Criminal Convictions

United States immigration law considers certain crimes to be grounds for deportation of non-citizens. Many non-citizens, both undocumented and those here legally, find themselves in the middle of a confusing and unsettling deportation process after being convicted of certain crimes and even minor violations.

Crimes involving moral turpitude, controlled substance offenses and aggravated felonies are just some of the types of convictions that may trigger the initiation of a deportation proceeding against a non-citizen.

Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for non-citizens to enter a guilty plea to a criminal charge without knowing the consequences it may have on their immigration statuses. Deportation proceedings are sometimes initiated while the non-citizen is still under custody of the criminal correctional system, and what is known as an ICE hold is placed. In other words, Immigration and Customs Enforcement places a hold on the non-citizen that prevents him/her being released even if they post bail, or the sentence is completed.

At Cohen & Forman, our experience in both Criminal and Immigration law gives us a proven advantage in fighting removal proceedings. Our many clients who have been allowed to stay in the United States, and their families, happily vouch for our firm’s commitment to help non-citizen’s with their fight against deportation.

Contact us for a consultation today, and let us help you or your family member to fight removal and deportation.