DACA Is Back!

In 2017 the Trump administration ended new applications for Deferred Action Against Childhood Arrivals (DACA). On 12/07/2020, as a result of a court order, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated that it will once again accept new applications.

DACA allows certain young people to remain in the US with work authorization and a promise from the government to not deport them for being brought to the US undocumented. In some circumstances, DACA applicants can receive a travel permit.

Now is the time to seek legal assistance if you believe that you qualify for DACA. This is especially important if you have any criminal issues. Our law firm provides free consultations for DACA as well as all other cases. Feel free to contact us to find out if you qualify. You might qualify if all of the following are true:

• You came to the US before turning 16;

• You were physically present in the US on June 15, 2012;

• You have continuously resided in the US since June 15, 2007, up to the present time;

• You are physically present in the U.S. at the time the application for DACA is submitted;

• You entered without inspection or were out of lawful immigration status on June 15, 2012;

• You were under the age of 31 on June 15, 2012;

• You have not been convicted of certain crimes.