In order to ensure the safety of all individuals on the road, all states in the United States have developed comprehensive sets of laws meant to govern the actions of drivers and deter traffic offenses. One of the most fundamental principles underlying these sets of laws is the fact that driving is a privilege that must be applied for.
Being convicted of a crime can negatively impact a non-citizen’s immigration status and if a non-citizen or naturalized citizen is accused of a crime, they should talk to a criminal defense attorney. Whether or not a person is currently in immigration proceedings or could be in immigration proceedings, it is important to talk to a criminal defense attorney about how a conviction can negatively impact that person’s immigration status, including removal or deportation.
A drug offense refers to the possession, use, sale or furnishing of any drug or intoxicating substance or drug paraphernalia, that is prohibited by law. Most drug offenses are felonies. The most common defense raised is to challenge the search and seizure that resulted in the police finding the drugs.
While arrests in some situations may lead to deportation of those who have no legal status, deportation is not always automatic following an arrest. However, if you have no legal status, you are deportable; as a result, any arrest for any reason is very dangerous for you.
If your friend or loved one has been arrested and detained for immigration reasons, you must get an immigration bond to release the person from custody until his or her court appearance. Immigration bonds are only available to detainees if they meet certain qualifications, which we'll explain later.
A criminal conviction for a firearm offense may affect an alien’s immigration status or his eligibility for relief. The immigration consequences of a firearm conviction would depend on the status of the alien.
The Attorney Frank Yeverino, from The The FY Family Law Firm, established in Houston Texas, talks about himself as a General Partner.
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