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When is a state proceeding not criminal under state law result in a conviction for immigration purposes? Deportation & Humanitarian ImmigrationImmigration

When is a state proceeding not criminal under state law result in a conviction for immigration purposes?

Regardless of how state law defines a state court proceeding, a finding of guilt in a proceeding that affords defendants all of the constitutional rights of criminal procedure that are applicable without limitation and that are incorporated against the States…
April 3, 2023
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I am a Legal Permanent Resident living in a state that allows the sell of marijuana-based products. I would like to accept employment, but I am concerned whether employment will place my status in jeopardy? Immigration

I am a Legal Permanent Resident living in a state that allows the sell of marijuana-based products. I would like to accept employment, but I am concerned whether employment will place my status in jeopardy?

Drugs that are considered controlled substances under Federal law can lead to immigration consequences to non-US citizens if they possess, manufacture, or sell such controlled substances. Under federal law marijuana or cannabis is still considered a controlled substance. This means…
April 15, 2022
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Potential Immigration consequences against noncitizens residing and earning income in the United States who failed to pay taxes Immigration

Potential Immigration consequences against noncitizens residing and earning income in the United States who failed to pay taxes

In general, immigration consequences related to a noncitizen residing and earning income in the United States is dependent on the noncitizen’s legal status or benefit the noncitizen is seeking to obtain.
February 8, 2022
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