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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Arizona on
Q: I WAS CHARGE IN CALIFORNIA FOR A VIOLATION OF PROVATION AND FOR OWNING A NON REGISTER FIRE ARM FOUND IN MY HOUSE

AND ON A DIFERENT COURT THEY PUT UNDER INFLUECE OF CONTROL SUSTENCE WILL HOLDING A GUN THAT WAS NEVER IN MY POSETION WEN IT WAS AT MY HOUSE NOT ON MY SELF

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 6, 2021

It appears that you need a state licensed criminal attorney as soon as possible in that jurisdiction pronto.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on
Q: I have a pending case in will county for fleeing the police and they have taken my car. How do I get it back?
Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 6, 2021

The administrative impoundment of one's vehicle and a collateral original criminal case are two different legal procedures, UNLESS the vehicle is impounded and kept as evidence in connection with that criminal case.

Be as it may, in my opinion it requires a knowledgeable criminal...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights and Internet Law for Illinois on
Q: Lawsuit I need pls no Illinois or Minneapolis lawyer pls agsinst a Illinois judge Shapiro he giving my wife spcL treat

marie the one who has Illinois judge Shapiro an special treatment personal against me

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 6, 2021

Even generally, in order to assess your particular legal situation involving a certain judge you must discuss all facts and details directly with a LICENSED attorney in the jurisdiction where you think the action took place.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Missouri on
Q: how do i get bonds lowered and all cases run together because all charges are petty and done because of drug abuse

He is currently in callaway county and has court on the 3rd. he has warrants in Cole County, Marion COunty, Pike County and one in Quincy Illinois. I want to get him out of jail as he has been in there since july. I need some help. please. Like ROR on the warrants or someone to get with the pros... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 6, 2021

The facts of your narrative tell a very different story.

If a person develops warrants from THREE different counties, in TWO separate states, and currently in is CUSTODY in the FOURTH COUNTY with no bond for five months that is not a mere coincidence.

These are not petty charges...
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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Can someone work for an American company while awaiting his work permit on a k1 visa if payed abroad as a consultant?

My fiancé and I are awaiting his interview for the K1 visa following the approval of our petition by USCIS. In the meantime, he received a job offer from a US based company for a position based in the US, but since we told them it may take a few more months to complete the move and to obtain the... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 6, 2021

No, it would not be legal to work in the United States absent an issued work authorization in one's possession.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: If denied a visitors visa, am I able to apply for a student visa right after?

If I am denied a visitors visa, am I able to apply for a student visa right after or is there a waiting period before I can apply for a student visa?

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 5, 2021

Nothing stops you from applying for any type of visa after a denial for a B-2 visitor’s visa, but your file may contain negative information obtained during the first visa application, therefore, it will affect your subsequent visa issuance.

Also, if you disclosed information deemed...
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4 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Massachusetts on
Q: K1 home situation

Hi, I have some doubts on the address that I need to put on the ds 160. My fiancee is currently living in a room and is looking for a 1bedroom apartment for us. I wanted to know what does the interview officier need to know? Would I be able to live with her in the room or should she immediatly get... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 4, 2021

As long as your immigration case is credible you have nothing to worry about, issues may arise when parties began fabricating things for immigration purposes.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Military Law for Illinois on
Q: my and my roomate was served a search warrent and charged together,roomamte took all charges ,shouldnt mine be dismissed

i was jailed when i did not answer the questions being asked while detained,and i did not see the warrant til i was bonded out 10 days later,also wasnt given a copy of the seisure list of items they took as evidence from my home,mine and mine alone is the only name on the lease and i wasnt home... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 4, 2021

Thank you for your excellent description of the origins of the pending criminal case. Even if you feel your criminal charges against you should be dismissed, that could be done only during a court hearing or by the assigned local prosecutor. Also, as you may know by now, the criminal case of that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Washington on
Q: how long does it usually take for a marriage green card if I have an asylum case in the immigration court?

I have an asylum case in the immigration court( my hearing date is in 2023) and I'm going to marry a USC. I'm wondering should I request a motion to delay my asylum case and submit my I-130 form at the same time. In my case, how long does it usually take for I-130 approved? I'm in... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 4, 2021

Requesting to postpone an asylum hearing would be a mistake. You are asking the same fact pattern worded differently in other posting, without realizing that you will damage your personal case and your future in the United States acting without an experienced legal advice.

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Washington on
Q: question about a marriage green card.

I have an asylum case in the immigration court( my hearing date is in 2023) and I'm going to marry a USC. I'm wondering will immigration investigate marriage in my case? If so, they will usually investigate before the interview or after? But since my case is already in the immigration... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 4, 2021

If you plan to enter in a fraudulent marriage you may think it is not obvious but there are numerous signs that a marriage may not be genuine and authentic. Also, the USCIS agents are trained to flush out fabricated or fraudulent submissions for obvious reasons.

Since you are asking...
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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Florida on
Q: Hello, I'm an international student in USA and I'm under F1 visa status.

I want to resell some stuff on eBay to make some extra money and pay my taxes. Is there anyway I could do that.

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 2, 2021

Any derivation of income from any source by a student on F1 visa in the United States without lawful authority to work in the country is not permitted.

Also, an F1 student cannot own taxes because he’s not legally authorized to work in the United States, however has to pay taxes even if...
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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law and Tax Law for New York on
Q: I am filing a I-130, Petition for Alien Relative form for my father who is overseas.

I am filing a I-130, Petition for Alien Relative form for my father who is overseas. He was a permanent resident who lost his green card status 10 years ago.

Part of the requirements of the petition is to submit my tax returns from the last three years. I have used my father as a dependent... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 1, 2021

Here is what the IRS site states with respect to dependents claim:

You may be eligible to claim both your niece and her son as dependents on your return. In order to claim someone as your dependent, the person must be:

1. Either your qualifying child or qualifying relative...
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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Q: My husband is trying to secretly marry in another country what can I do he’s has visa because we are already married

He has not asked for a divorce from me is there anything I can do

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 30, 2021

If you think that your spouse is attempting to marry in violation of the U.S. immigration laws you report your allegations with substantive evidence to the ICE and ERO.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New Jersey on
Q: Case Status says administration processing but I wasn’t informed of this. Please see below for more details

After my interview the consular officer temporary refused my visa application and requested that I do a DNA test to prove relationship with my mom. The dna test result came back positive. After two months I receive an email from the embassy that they have completed administration processing on my... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 30, 2021

The US consulate section is finishing your case and will inform you by email of its results. It appears that after completing their administrative processing portion of your case the counselor office is ready to issue a decision which you will be receiving by email.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: I-130 For Mother | What is Next? Any Help Much Appreciated whomever answer this for me!!

I filled i-130 for my mother ( she currently lives outside USA ) her Receipt date is May,20, 2021 and current date is may,2021. My question is when my mother case date become current what is the next step for me to get her immigration visa?

Additional Info:

When I filled the i-130... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 30, 2021

There are several steps that you should be aware of. You could start with instructions for that consular processing of a foreign national immediate relative petitioning, you could schedule a consultation with a licensed immigration attorney, or you could retain an attorney to complete this case... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New Jersey on
Q: I came to the USA as child with a green card and obtained a us passport through my father. Iam not recognized as a citiz

I am not recognized as a citizen according to the social security administration. The issue is that I don't have any supporting documents other than a lost and expired us passport. They advised that I get an immigration lawyer.

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 29, 2021

In order to assess you next legal stop how to proceed you have to discuss that naturalization claim situation directly with an immigration counsel of your choice either in person or remotely.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New Jersey on
Q: If I voluntarily resign my job while on H1B, can I make use of the 60 day grace period to stay in the US?

Hello everyone! I have been on the H1B with a stamped visa in my passport since Oct 2020. I am planing on quitting my job this month due to a toxic work environment.

1. Am I able to stay in the US legally for 60 days to wrap up things here after quitting the job, despite not being fired?... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 28, 2021

You’re sponsoring company assigned you an immigration attorney, that person is very familiar with your immigration visa face. You need to reach out to that license professional to discuss every legal variation of your perspective plan.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on
Q: Illinois what is the minimum charge for gun possession with 2 prior felonies from another state if had no trouble since

Two prior felony convictions from another state new charge is unlawful possession of a loaded firearm

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 25, 2021

The charge falls under 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1 and requires a criminal charge of a state felony class 3.

Sentence. Violation of this Section by a person not confined in a penal institution shall be a Class 3 felony for which the person shall be sentenced to no less than 2 years and no more than 10 years.

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Q: What can I do I think my husband did a fraud marriage with me just so he can get a visa
Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 25, 2021

There are many things you can do even at this time, however, before selecting the most effective legitimate approach discuss your present situation with a licensed immigration attorney in person or remotely.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Connecticut on
Q: an Humanitarian visa can get denied because the reason is chronic depression?

- My mom lives is venezuela right now

- she does not have a tourist visa

- I will become a USA citizen in a few months

- I work as engineer in USA

- My mom take medication for depression

- my mom has a sister who committed suicide

- my mom is... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Nov 25, 2021

You present a very long list of legal and personal issues that should be directed to a licensed practicing attorney familiar with that area of immigration law. Consider meeting in person or remotely via conference call or zoom.

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