Understanding how criminal charges or convictions can affect your immigration status.
The intersection of criminal law and immigration is one of the most consequential and confusing areas a noncitizen can face. At Shim Law Group, P.C., we provide guidance when criminal charges or convictions affect your immigration status, so you understand the stakes before you act, not after.
A criminal matter can carry immigration consequences that are far more serious than the criminal penalty itself, including effects on status, green card eligibility, and the risk of removal. Decisions made early in a criminal case can shape your immigration future, which is why coordinated advice matters.
We help you see the full picture, so criminal and immigration decisions are made with the consequences in mind. Understanding the risks early gives you the best chance to protect your status.
Our immigration attorneys are ready to discuss your situation confidentially. Contact us today at (718) 878-1177 or fill out our online form for free.
Yes. Certain charges and convictions can carry serious immigration consequences, including effects on status, green card eligibility, and the risk of removal. The impact depends on the specific offense and your situation.
No. Even after a conviction, understanding your immigration exposure and options is important. We review your record and advise on where you stand and what may be possible.
Ideally, yes. Decisions in a criminal case can have major immigration consequences, so coordinating the two can help protect your status. We work with criminal defense counsel where appropriate.
No. Many do not, and consequences vary widely by offense and circumstance. The point of getting advice is to understand your specific risk rather than assume the worst or the best.
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