Controlled Substance Offenses

Under United States Immigration law, a non-citizen who has been convicted of a controlled substance violation may be deported or denied entry into the United States, even if the non-citizen is a lawful permanent resident.

It is extremely important to note that just because a conviction for a controlled substance related crime may have relatively minor criminal penalties, that same offense could be considered extremely serious under United States Immigration law. In fact, the government can deny entry to a non-citizen as long as they have reason to believe the individual has been involved in the trafficking of  controlled substances, regardless of whether or not he/she has been actually convicted of the crime.

While convictions for controlled substance offenses could have potentially devastating consequences on an individual’s immigration status, there are potential defenses to deportation and removal. A consultation with one of our experienced attorneys can help determine what, if any, defenses are available to you. Contact us today.