There are immigration benefits available for undocumented individuals and their family if they have been victims of certain crimes and have cooperated in the investigation or prosecution of such crimes.
There are very specific requirements which must be met in order to qualify.
1. You must have been the victim of a qualifying crime- Not all crimes qualify
2. You must have been victimized in the US
3. You must have suffered a substantial physical or psychological injury
4. You must have cooperated with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the crime & continue to cooperate throughout the process
5. You must disclose all prior immigration and criminal law violations & show you merit/deserve a U visa
2. You must have been victimized in the US
3. You must have suffered a substantial physical or psychological injury
4. You must have cooperated with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the crime & continue to cooperate throughout the process
5. You must disclose all prior immigration and criminal law violations & show you merit/deserve a U visa
Five important facts for victims of crime:
1. Dial 9-1-1, report the crime and cooperate with law enforcement.
2. US law protects victims of crime regardless of their immigration status.
3. In CA, you will not be arrested for reporting that you have been victimized.
4. Your children will not be taken from you solely because you are undocumented.
5. You are not responsible for the crime that was committed against you.
1. Dial 9-1-1, report the crime and cooperate with law enforcement.
2. US law protects victims of crime regardless of their immigration status.
3. In CA, you will not be arrested for reporting that you have been victimized.
4. Your children will not be taken from you solely because you are undocumented.
5. You are not responsible for the crime that was committed against you.
Victims of crime, domestic violence or human trafficking:
If you have been the victim of a crime, you may qualify for a U visa.
There are several requirements. You should request a copy of the crime report and set an appointment with Salinas Immigration Attorney Magnolia Zárraga. Upon review of the crime report, I will be able to advise you on whether you may qualify to apply for a U-visa or perhaps you have other options.
A U visa is a long and tedious process, you will need to be an active participant in your case and document your emotional or physical injuries. If your case is favorably decided you will be able to obtain a work permit and remain in the US legally for 4 years, however after 3 years of U-nonimmigrant status you can apply to adjust your status to that of permanent resident. Five years after that you can apply for naturalization!
There are other quicker options for those who have been victims of domestic violence by a US Citizen child, spouse or parent and for those who have been victims of human or sex trafficking.
Don't rely on rumors or people who don't know the law, consult today with experienced immigration attorney Magnolia Zárraga.
Let Attorney Magnolia Zárraga put her experience and passion to work for you.
Call and schedule a consultation with Immigration Attorney Zárraga today.
(831) 757-4615
There are several requirements. You should request a copy of the crime report and set an appointment with Salinas Immigration Attorney Magnolia Zárraga. Upon review of the crime report, I will be able to advise you on whether you may qualify to apply for a U-visa or perhaps you have other options.
A U visa is a long and tedious process, you will need to be an active participant in your case and document your emotional or physical injuries. If your case is favorably decided you will be able to obtain a work permit and remain in the US legally for 4 years, however after 3 years of U-nonimmigrant status you can apply to adjust your status to that of permanent resident. Five years after that you can apply for naturalization!
There are other quicker options for those who have been victims of domestic violence by a US Citizen child, spouse or parent and for those who have been victims of human or sex trafficking.
Don't rely on rumors or people who don't know the law, consult today with experienced immigration attorney Magnolia Zárraga.
Let Attorney Magnolia Zárraga put her experience and passion to work for you.
Call and schedule a consultation with Immigration Attorney Zárraga today.
(831) 757-4615
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"I have over 13 years of experience
working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other violent crimes.
I was a domestic violence & sexual assault counselor for the Women's Crisis Center for 3 years.
I assisted the Sheriff's Dept. Domestic Violence Investigator with home visits on Domestic Violence cases.
I accompanied victims of sexual assault to the hospital and their SART exams.
I interned as an advocate at the Monterey County Victim Witness Office.
Helping victims of crime is my passion.
Additionally my prior experience as a criminal defense attorney gives me a unique set of skills which I can utilize for the benefit of my clients." Magnolia Zarraga
working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other violent crimes.
I was a domestic violence & sexual assault counselor for the Women's Crisis Center for 3 years.
I assisted the Sheriff's Dept. Domestic Violence Investigator with home visits on Domestic Violence cases.
I accompanied victims of sexual assault to the hospital and their SART exams.
I interned as an advocate at the Monterey County Victim Witness Office.
Helping victims of crime is my passion.
Additionally my prior experience as a criminal defense attorney gives me a unique set of skills which I can utilize for the benefit of my clients." Magnolia Zarraga
To schedule a consultation
with Immigration Attorney Magnolia Zárraga
call 831-757-4615
with Immigration Attorney Magnolia Zárraga
call 831-757-4615