While this may sound like it applies only to serious crimes, it is a category that includes most drug crimes and many other crimes like theft and assault. Hardship to you does not count. If you want to appeal the immigration judge s decision , you will have to file an appeal with the Board of Immigration Appeals within 30 days of the decision. If you are appealing the BIA decision, you will only have 30 days to file an appeal in the Circuit Court. Many kinds of appeals will no longer be allowed, and deportation will not automatically be stayed.
Citizenship is a step toward becoming a full participant in U.S. society.
It gives you the right to vote, and protects you from many of the provisions of this new immigration law. Reprinted with permission from American Immigration Laywers Association. The author disclaims any and all liability resulting from reliance upon such information. You are strongly encouraged to seek professional legal advice before relying upon any of the information contained herein. P.C. All rights reserved.