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What can happen if a permanent resident has warrants out for their arrest?
Asked on Jun 10th, 2011 on Immigration - Texas
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What happens if you're a permanent resident and you have 3 warrants out for your arrest that are marijuana related?
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I do not recommend ignoring warrants but suggest you retain a criminal attorney to see your chances in winning the cases or plea to something that would not have immigration consequences. After you know the reality on the criminal cases then you need to have a three way consult with an immigration attorney on the consequences of a plea or conviction on your permanent residency status. The usual rule with marijuana is less than 30 grams possession is not a problem but would need to evaluate in total along with any other criminal record.
Answered on Jun 13th, 2011 at 11:24 AM
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ICE could place an immigration hold on you. If you are not convicted, nothing will happen. If you are convicted, you could face removal proceedings and loss of your permanent residence. You need a criminal defense lawyer and an immigration lawyer.
Answered on Jun 13th, 2011 at 10:52 AM
ICE will likely initiate removal proceedings because the person is deportable.
Answered on Jun 13th, 2011 at 10:51 AM
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you will need to hire a criminal attorney to resolve your criminal cases. If not, you may be arrested if you return from overseas and detained by ICE. You may also face removal from the United States. Consult with criminal and immigration lawyer as soon as possible.
Answered on Jun 13th, 2011 at 10:51 AM