QUESTION
Will marriage stop my boyfriend from being deported?
Asked on Dec 19th, 2011 on Immigration - Texas
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My boyfriend is on trial and if convicted is facing deportation. We have been together over a year and have a baby together. If I marry him while he is still in jail, will he still get deported if convicted?
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Litigation Attorney serving Goose Creek, SC
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Miller | Conway
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More detail is required. What is he charged with? How did he enter the country?
Answered on Jul 08th, 2013 at 2:00 AM
Immigration Law Attorney serving Los Angeles, CA
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Law Offices of Alan R. Diamante APLC
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It all depends on his criminal and immigration history.
Answered on Jul 02nd, 2013 at 10:17 PM
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It depends on what kind of conviction he gets.
Answered on Dec 23rd, 2011 at 12:38 AM
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Fong Ilagan
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It depends on the charge, his previous criminal history, any immigration filings and how he entered the US.
Answered on Dec 22nd, 2011 at 10:15 AM
Perhaps, but more information is needed. It is unclear if marriage, alone, will have an impact. However, if his attorney is negotiating with prosecutors, then I strongly recommend that your boyfriend hire a competent and experienced immigration attorney now before a final trial or plea. His criminal attorney may not understand the legal details that can lead to a less significant conviction. Sometimes, sentencing modifications can make a difference.
Answered on Dec 21st, 2011 at 7:24 PM
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Law Offices of Nicklaus Misiti, PLLC
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The only answer that can be given right now is that it may. Generally marriage to a US citizen is a ground to gain a lawful status in the US, but it depends upon his criminal history and how he entered the country, among other factors. There are also other forms of relief your boyfriend may be eligible for. The only way to find out is to speak with an immigration attorney.
Answered on Dec 21st, 2011 at 2:33 PM
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Nossa Law Office, P.C.
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It depends on a number of factors including, how he entered the US initially, when he entered the US, the type of crime he may be convicted of and what your immigration status is. I would recommend contacting an experienced immigration attorney to discuss what if any relief is available.
Answered on Dec 21st, 2011 at 2:27 PM