Introduction to Crimmigration Law – Why it is critical for a criminal defense attorney to be able to spot crimmigration issues when representing non-citizen clients?
Purposes of the CLE- To give criminal defense attorneys a starting point in the world of crimmigration. To help criminal defense attorneys understand specific issues that may raise concern and give them resources to gain answers to any issues raised.
There are few things in crimmigration that are certain. Understanding the client’s goals in uncertainty is KEY~
Immigration and Nationality Act
2:00 - 2:05 p.m.
Program - Basic Information you need to know about your client before you can understand the consequences of a plea agreement:
Immigration Status – This is the most important
Family ties
Immigration Timeline – multiple entries and exits into the US can be problematic
Types of Immigration Status
Immigrant
LPR
Natz USC
Non-immigrant
Visitor Visa
Student visa
Work related visas – H1B, Investor visa’s, Performance, etc.
Inadmissibility (INA §212) vs. Deportability (INA § 237)
Overview of criminal grounds of inadmissibility and deportability
