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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: I have deferred action permit (dream act ) And I wonder if can travel to Puerto Rico only with my drivers license ?
Lawrence M. Kasen
Lawrence M. Kasen
answered on Apr 25, 2014

Yes, Puerto Rico is a territory of the U.S. and is thus deemed to be part of U.S. You would not be leaving the U.S. at all.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Can i still apply for my citizenship even though my green card is expired
Lawrence M. Kasen
Lawrence M. Kasen
answered on Apr 25, 2014

You will first have to renew your green card and then apply for naturalization to become a U.S. citizen, assuming you meet the requirements to do so.

3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for South Carolina on
Q: My friend was granted voluntary departure after an aggravated felony conviction.Will he be able to return to the us?
Lawrence M. Kasen
Lawrence M. Kasen
answered on Apr 25, 2014

It is highly unusual for voluntary departure to be granted by an Immigration Court for a convicted aggravated felon. There must have been unusual circumstances of which you are not aware, such as the felony conviction was overturned. You should consult an experienced immigration lawyer to address... View More

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