Changes in immigration enforcement policy and practical guidance for individuals and employers.
Expedited removal now applies more broadly to individuals who cannot show two years of continuous presence in the United States. We recommend that clients carry proof of lawful status or evidence of physical presence, such as leases, pay records, or medical records. Anyone who fears return to their home country should say so clearly if questioned by immigration officers.
Everyone in the United States, regardless of status, has constitutional rights during an enforcement encounter. You may remain silent, you do not have to open your door without a judicial warrant signed by a judge, and you have the right to speak with a lawyer. Employers should have a written protocol for worksite visits and should not permit entry to non-public areas without a warrant.
Headlines rarely tell you what a change means for your family, your job, or your pending application. Wilsons’s Law Firm advises prospective and current clients on asylum, family and employment immigration, naturalization, and humanitarian relief. Write to us with a short description of your situation and we will follow up to schedule a consultation.