Criminal defense strategy requires a custom approach. Every lawsuit results in a different set of priorities because every case is different. However, there are some things that these cases have in common. That is especially true when it comes to defending immigrants....
The effect of a criminal conviction on citizenship
For many of those engaged in the immigration process in South Carolina, the ultimate goal may be to become a naturalized U.S. citizen. Such a process typically takes years to complete and requires one to adhere to a number of administrative procedures in order to...
Crimes that bring deportation into play
Noncitizens in the United States have a hard enough time with the bureaucracy and paperwork involved in maintaining a residency, let alone the wrench that civil or criminal charges throw into the mix. Depending on the circumstance, the right to remain in the United...
Do I have the right to remain silent?
Particularly if you are not currently a U.S. citizen, understanding what rights you have when dealing with law enforcement is vital. Many of the privileges that U.S. citizens enjoy also apply to you if you are not a citizen yourself. One of these rights is the right...
Are you eligible for a green card through employment?
As someone looking to permanently relocate to South Carolina, you want to know what your immigration options are. Some offer you the ability to stay in the country for years. Others allow you to work freely while staying here. A green card might be a good place for...
Deported veteran gets second chance at citizenship
Those working through the immigration (and potentially naturalization) process in South Carolina know that any questions regarding their personal conduct can jeopardize their prospects. After working so hard to see the cycle through, having it derailed due to...
Which criminal charges can affect a green card application?
People who work for extended periods in the United States tend to put down roots. Perhaps you have assimilated into the culture, fallen in love, or maybe it's no longer a good option to return to your birth country. A green card, also known as a Permanent Resident...
Drug violations may trigger detention, deportation
Drug violations often lead to serious consequences, but if you are a non-U.S. citizen and you receive a drug conviction, it may lead to detention or deportation. This holds true regardless of whether you are in the United States under legal means, and it may result in...
Process for Form I-9 inspections
If you are the owner, executive or human resources professional of a company with direct employees, you know that all people you hire must complete a variety of documentation as part of their onboarding. One federally mandated document is the Form I-9, known as the...
DUI convictions and deportation risks
As an immigrant, you must be careful while in the U.S. to abide by all laws. A criminal conviction could result in a court ordering you to leave the country. You may think such actions are only for serious criminal activity, but that is not always the case. While a...
