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When a federal agent contacts you, you may not be facing any charges, but it is still important to know what to do. Whether the FBI wants to ask you questions over the phone or at your door, you need to know your legal rights. Remain calm and listen It is surprising...
Charges for domestic violence typically cause significant disruptions in the lives of both the accuser and the accused individual. While many cases involve justified charges and legal action, others might include unfair or dishonest information. A better understanding...
Attaining U.S. citizenship may be a dream of yours. There are requirements you as an immigrant must fulfill along the way, including taking the naturalization test. This might be a bigger challenge for you if you struggle with the English language. However, it is...
While every person struggles with anger and negative moods, you may have more difficulty coping with frustration if you face domestic violence charges. When faced with criminal charges, your willingness to change could make a difference. According to U.S. News, you...
You would never lie on your taxes or go out of your way to avoid paying what you know you owe, but you may still worry about committing accidental fraud. How do you stay on the IRS's good side? Yahoo! Life explores examples of unintentional tax fraud. Avoid these...
Marriage fraud occurs when an immigrant marries a U.S. citizen solely for the purpose of obtaining a green card. Though marriage fraud may seem innocent enough, the truth is that the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services views it as a federal crime that...
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...
