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A play at UNC Charlotte based on the life of Manolo Becantur aims to highlight the local immigrant community. Becantur immigrated to the United States from Colombia in 2000 and faced deportation in 2006. Carlos Alexis Cruz, the show's director, hopes the play will...
If you are falsely accused of domestic violence, you likely have many concerns and issues to work through. Aside from the immense amount of stress these allegations often create, you could face immediate challenges in your life, such as problems in the workplace and...
Whether planning to immigrate to the United States or attempting to defend oneself against deportation, a person must demonstrate that he or she is of Good Moral Character. While there is no single definition of what constitutes Good Moral Character, the U.S. Citizen...
U.S. immigration law prioritizes keeping families together. Consequently, if you have married someone who is not a citizen of the U.S., you may be able to file an immigrant visa petition on his or her behalf. Your spouse may also be able to take advantage of a...
A drug charge may mean big trouble for anyone. However, if you are living in North Carolina as a legal permanent resident or another type of noncitizen, the consequences of a drug violation may prove especially severe. Per the Drug Policy Alliance, any noncitizen who...
Some people are citizens of the United States but have siblings who are not. If you are in this situation and your sibling lives overseas, you may want to bring your brother or sister to this country to enjoy its freedoms as you do. You may wonder if the U.S....
If you face domestic violence charges, odds are you have experienced moments where it felt like your anger controlled you. While anger is a normal emotion, it can hurt your relationships with others and leave lasting damage to your life when it gets out of control....
Allegations of white-collar crime can disrupt your career and damage your reputation. Recovery will require time and a consistent effort to rebuild trust and credibility. Knowing some strategies for rebuilding a damaged reputation may help you face your future with...
A work permit, also known as an employment authorization document, is a photo identity card that allows non-permanent resident immigrants to legally work in the U.S. There are specific steps you need to follow to apply for one. Fill out the appropriate form You need...
In the event that a US citizen and a non-US citizen decide to marry and reside in the US, the non-US citizen will need a Green Card. However, the initial Green Card that the US government gives a non-US citizen spouse is not a “permanent” permanent resident card, at...
