QUESTION
How long does the deportation process take on average?
Asked on Nov 09th, 2016 on Immigration - Washington
More details to this question:
I'm currently in Grad school and I want to write a paper about the possibility of all undocumented immigrants being deported from the United States. In my research I have found all of the steps for how an illegal immigrant can be called in and possibly deported, but not a timeline of events. It also only says a "deportee" may be called into court. Does that mean only one at a time can go? What age are they allowed to do so. There are so many unclear elements that I cannot find answers for. Thank you for answering however you can and I hope the rest of your day goes well.
1 ANSWER
Your question cannot be easily answered. The length of removal proceedings can be days to years depending upon factors such as reason for initiation of removal proceedings, location, relief from removal, and more.
It is not clear what you are asking. Each alien is given an individualized hearing on his/her ability to stay in the U.S. Depending upon the circumstances, many cases could be considered in a day or only a couple.
Anyone who is in the U.S. without legal status can be placed in removal proceedings regardless of age.
Answered on Nov 18th, 2016 at 4:09 AM