If you’re accused of committing immigration crimes then you need an immigration defense attorney who will fight tirelessly to ensure that you’re not deported. The place where immigration law and criminal law overlap can be a complicated legal area. The consequences of convictions can be much more serious than they otherwise would.
If you have found yourself accused of a crime that could prevent you from staying in the United States then you need an attorney right away. Chambers Law Firm would like to offer you a free legal consultation. Call us at 714-760-4088 to set it up.
There are two main immigration issues that require an attorney
This isn’t comprehensive, but in general there are two main situations that are most likely to result in the need for a criminal defense attorney. First are violations of immigration law. There are many complicated laws affecting immigration in the United States, many of which don’t always seem particularly fair.
If you’re accused of violating laws such as coming to this country or overstaying your visa, then you could be facing legal action from the Department of Homeland Security. This is always a situation in which you need an experienced attorney.
The second type of immigration issue is a deportable crime. There are a wide range of criminal convictions that could have a big impact on your immigration status and could eventually lead to you being deported. For example, a crime of what’s known as “moral turpitude,” a drug offense, crimes involving guns, domestic violence, and aggravated felonies could all lead to deportation.
Work with an attorney who has experience with immigration law
If you find yourself facing a crime that could lead to deportation, it’s not enough to work with any criminal defense attorney. Instead, you need an attorney who has both criminal law experience and immigration law experience. Some legal strategies that would work for a U.S. citizen may not be the best option for someone who could be facing deportation if convicted.
Take this example: A minor drug offense. In many cases, the best move for a United States citizen is to plead no contest in exchange for drug counseling instead of jail or prison time. However, the same plea agreement could lead to deportation for an immigration that doesn’t have permanent citizen status. You can see that it’s essential that your attorney understands both criminal and immigration law.
We can help with all your immigration and criminal defense needs
No matter what charge you’re facing, you can trust Chambers Law Firm to provide you with the compassionate, aggressively legal defense you need. The first step is to call us at 714-760-4088. We can gather information about your case and arrange a time for a free legal consultation. We’ll then go over the relevant information and present you with potential options and their potential consequences. Call us today to get the process started.
