Don’t Face Court Without a Deportation Attorney
Unfortunately, when immigrants are facing deportation in federal immigration court, they are not afforded the right to an attorney. Many think that because they have been in the U.S. for several years and they haven’t broken laws that they don’t need a lawyer. Others tend to think that because they offer a sympathetic story the judge will grant them a favorable outcome. However, in the U.S. federal immigration court that just isn’t the case. It is a wise idea to hire a deportation attorney to build a good deportation defense instead of facing the hearing alone.
What to Expect
Immigration court is much less formal than normal court hearings. There is no jury present and there are less formalities. It is understood that an immigrant is not familiar with normal court procedure and sometimes even the English language. Although the immigrant facing deportation doesn’t have an attorney, the Department of Homeland Security will have one.
Reasons for Deportation
There are several reasons why an immigrant might face deportation.
- Immigration work status has expired
- Accusations of family violence
- Accused of misconduct or a crime after obtaining a green card
Facing a judge in these circumstances without a deportation attorney might leave you with an unfavorable outcome. A lot of people in this situation think that because they have a sympathetic story, or the fact that they have raised children in the U.S. will win them a favorable decision from the Immigration Judge. However, with a full docket and dozens of the same stories on hand, the Judge may have no other choice but to rule for deportation. At best, they may urge you to hire a deportation attorney.
How Will a Deportation Attorney Help
According to the LA Times, only 37 percent of immigrants facing deportation have a deportation attorney present. Most are missing out on the benefits of a good lawyer. They will argue against the charges for you. They will also explain your family ties to the U.S. in proper legal terms. They can also prove that you qualify for asylum. An attorney can also help you fill out the proper legal documents to file for your case.
Don’t Face Court Proceedings Alone
At the end of the day, hiring a lawyer is well worth the time and expense. At The Law Offices of Rios & Parada, LLC, we have experienced immigration attorneys that can help you understand and deal with a variety of immigration problems, including deportation. Facing a court proceeding alone is not the way to gain a favorable outcome in a judicial system that you don’t have a firm understanding of. Call our office today to set up an appointment.