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You may have heard the word “crimmigration” but not know what it means.
Crimmigration refers broadly to the intersection between criminal law and immigration law.
For immigrants, understanding this connection can be extremely important.
The criminal court and immigration system are separate.
A criminal judge determines the outcome of a criminal case.
Immigration authorities apply federal immigration law.
But the result of a criminal case can affect an immigrant’s immigration status.
For example, a criminal conviction may affect:
Many criminal cases end with a plea agreement.
For a U.S. citizen, the main concern may be the criminal penalty.
For a noncitizen, there may also be immigration consequences.
That is why understanding the immigration impact of a proposed plea can be important before accepting it.
Immigration law and criminal defense are different areas of law.
Some attorneys have experience with the intersection of both areas, while others may work together with another attorney.
The important point is that the immigration consequences should not be overlooked.
In certain circumstances, there may be legal procedures that allow a person to challenge or modify aspects of a prior criminal case.
Whether any option is available depends on the jurisdiction, procedural history, and specific facts.
Post-conviction relief does not automatically eliminate immigration consequences.
Immigration authorities may review the underlying criminal record when determining the immigration consequences of a case.
That may include documents such as:
Crimmigration refers to the intersection of criminal law and immigration law.
Yes. Certain criminal cases and convictions can have immigration consequences.
Yes. Immigration status can be important when evaluating the potential consequences of a criminal case.
Yes. Early legal advice can help identify potential immigration consequences and available options.
If you are not a U.S. citizen, a criminal case can have consequences beyond the criminal courtroom.
Understanding those potential consequences early can help you make informed decisions about your situation.
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Immigration Attorney Mario Godoy has years of experience guiding clients with immigration issues through the immigration process along with guiding clients through the criminal case. Godoy focuses on family-based immigration law, business immigration law, removal defense, and criminal defense representation of immigrants. A criminal charge or conviction can be devastating to your immigration case. With over a decade of immigration law experience and memories of family members who were deported due to bad legal advice, Godoy is committed to helping other immigrant families receive the legal justice they deserve. As a legal entrepreneur who practices immigration law, criminal law, estate and probate law, and running two successful law firms, Mario Godoy understands the importance of keeping families together and making a home and future in America.
