While many immigrants who enter the country illegally are deported, there are several reasons why someone who is lawfully present in the United States might be deported. There are six reasons that an immigrant may face deportation, including: The immigrant enters the country unlawfully The immigrant violates the terms of admission in the United States based on his status or works in the country without permission. The immigrant is convicted of crimes that range from aggravated felonies to crimes of moral turpitude The immigrant is a member of a prohibited organization The immigrant becomes a public charge within five years of entering the United States The immigrant’s asylum application has been denied or referred to an Immigration Judge