What happens when an application to USCIS is denied?
What happens when an application to USCIS is denied?
Prior to the recent memo, USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) had no obligations to refer denied cases to ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). Applicants could rest assure that exploring Immigration benefits would not lead to removal proceedings. Recently Immigration laws have shifted and seeking these benefits have become tougher. USCIS is now issuing an NTA (Notice to Appear) which initiate deportation proceedings. What exactly does this new change mean? As noted on the USCIS website the following changes will look into the following:
· Applications were fraud or misrepresentation exist.
· Abuse of public benefits.
· Being convicted or charged with a criminal offense.
· Applicants that were involved in criminal activity.
· Denial of Applications for Naturalization because of a criminal offense.
· Application is denied and the applicant is unlawfully present in the U.S.
Obtaining records for any offense no matter the severity is crucial to determine any possible issues in an application. In doing so, you can foresee any possible issues and address them early on. Meeting with an experienced attorney is beneficial to better understand current immigration laws and how they apply to your case. With the current administration every day is different, and knowing your risks places you in the best position possible.For more information, see:
https://www.uscis.gov/news/news-releases/uscis-updates-notice-appear-policy-guidance-support-dhs-enforcement-priorities.
· Applications were fraud or misrepresentation exist.
· Abuse of public benefits.
· Being convicted or charged with a criminal offense.
· Applicants that were involved in criminal activity.
· Denial of Applications for Naturalization because of a criminal offense.
· Application is denied and the applicant is unlawfully present in the U.S.
Obtaining records for any offense no matter the severity is crucial to determine any possible issues in an application. In doing so, you can foresee any possible issues and address them early on. Meeting with an experienced attorney is beneficial to better understand current immigration laws and how they apply to your case. With the current administration every day is different, and knowing your risks places you in the best position possible.For more information, see:
https://www.uscis.gov/news/news-releases/uscis-updates-notice-appear-policy-guidance-support-dhs-enforcement-priorities.