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Can A Criminal Charge Lead To Deportation?

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Becoming a United States citizen may be a difficult process that takes years to complete. After getting citizenship you may believe that you are safe from deportation—unfortunately, that might not be the case. Even with a visa or green card, you could…

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“Public Charge” Changes Worry Immigrants

Many immigrants who are living in California are concerned about the potential impacts of the latest announcement from the Trump administration on immigration policy. While the administration has defended previous harsh regulations in the interests of promoting legal entry to the country,…

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Tips For The Spousal Immigration Process

Some California residents may not realize how long the immigration process can be until they attempt to obtain a visa for a foreign spouse. Even the official time frames provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service can make it look as…

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Man Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Selling Meth

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On July 8, a California man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for possessing 14 packages of methamphetamine that had been disguised to look like burritos wrapped in foil. He was also ordered to pay a fine of $300 and serve…

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Supreme Court Rules On Immigrants Unaware They Are Illegal

California immigrants may not face criminal liability if they are in the country illegally and commit an illegal act but do not realize it based on a ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court. On June 21, the court ruled in a 7-2…

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Police Arrest 4 On Drug Charges At California Dog Care Facility

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Media outlets have reported that police in California took three men and a woman into custody at an Orange County dog boarding facility on June 6. The four suspects face a number of narcotics charges including drug possession and drug paraphernalia possession.…

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Naturalization Could Help You Bring Family To US

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For many around the world, coming to the United States and starting a new life is a dream. The U.S. is known as the land of opportunities. It’s promised that with hard work and dedication anyone can achieve success. And as part…

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Proposed Immigration Plan Could Kick People Off Waiting Lists

Some California immigrants who have been on years-long waiting lists for green cards may be thrown off the lists entirely as part of a proposed Trump administration immigration policy. Immigrants would be required to re-apply under the new system, and while some…

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New BAC Limit Could Mean Trouble For California Drivers

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No one wants to see those flashing red and blue lights in the rear-view mirror, especially after a night out. This situation could soon become even more stressful if California lawmakers pass a new bill that would lower the legal blood alcohol…

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Crimes That Could Get An Undocumented Worker Deported

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Many immigrants come to the U.S. for economic opportunity and to achieve a better standard of living. America holds many different opportunities and has produced so many innovations in manufacturing, financial services, technology and other industries. This has attracted people from across…

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