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answered on Dec 22, 2021
You need to engage a licensed counsel to unseal the case and obtain the criminal record from the court archives.
A person has texted me claiming to be an FBI agent from Wilmington, DE. He wants me to call him. Can I record the conversation without his permission to get audio evidence of the crime he already committed in text? Also, which law would be applied if I did and it was illegal...Illinois' or... View More 
answered on Dec 22, 2021
Illinois is a two party consent state, so you may not record a party without their consent, however, you could promptly contact the police and show the incriminating texts for an investigation.
Myanmar is going through a military coup right now and people do not have jobs. My parents can’t send me money for school or to go back home anymore. I do not have much options.
answered on Dec 26, 2021
First order of business would be discussing your viable asylum grounds on merits confidentially with a licensed immigration professional even remotely. It would be well worth it.
answered on Dec 20, 2021
The original question is vague as it’s content does nor provide enough to analyze the issues well. Please restate with more facts.
Hi, I was trying to be a good person and tried to deposit a money order for a complete stranger out of pure kindness of heart. The money order tho to was actually completely blank in name and not endorsed. We talked to the bank manager. She suspected fraud on his part not mine. They pulled the... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2021
Yes. You may be criminally charged as a bank and wire fraud accomplice. Here is how.
1. "I tried to deposit a money order for a complete stranger out of pure kindness of heart. "
In legal terms, you may be charged as a accomplice with the main principal and then claim that... View More
He has been a serious addict for over 1 year now. I'm not getting much help and the cops seem to keep giving him a pass on his behavior. He has even caused me to have a nervous breakdown over the summer and ended up in the hospital. He does not want rehab either. He gets sent to the hospital... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2021
You need to immediately get medical and legal assistance for your son. Consult directly with the professionals of your choice.
Violation was dropped but they put me in mental health court instead of reentry court but have a vop hearing for parole will I go back to prison I didn't catch new charge
answered on Dec 12, 2021
You have to be concerned with how that violation of parole hearing is conducted because you’re technically risking actual prison term if you found to be in violation on the original charge.
I'm doing everything I'm post to be doing doing all my classes passing all drug tests but I have a vop hearing in Indiana
answered on Dec 12, 2021
It’s very critical to have an attorney representing you at the hearing in Indiana because if you are violated your parole for an Illinois criminal charge you may be revoked and you may be sentenced to actual present time.
I have an I-485 adjustment of status pending which was filed through my ex-husband's employment (i-140, EB-2 NIW) (I am a derivative applicant). We applied concurrently i-140 and i-485. Both forms are still pending. We were married for more than 2 years. I divorced my husband and got married... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2021
I’ll be honest with you; both immigration cases require a licensed immigration attorney. There is no other way to handle it professionally.
Can I change my apartment during applying their visa,would that be a issue
answered on Dec 11, 2021
As a USC you may petition for your foreign national immediate family members with a I-130 for each to initiate a Consular process for their immigration to the United States.
You may submit your change of address so you would receive all official communication without any issues.
answered on Dec 11, 2021
I would wait for getting an approval of lawful permanent residency status, then placing a stamp called I-551 in your foreign national valid passport, or applying for a reentry permit for lawful permanent resident form I-131 before your travel abroad.
I did not get my 10 year green card yet but they gave me a 24 month extension.
answered on Dec 11, 2021
No.
You have to amend your present application if you divorce as filing unilaterally on your own because at the interview you will be required to come with your spouse, if you do not come with your spouse then your application should be amended to filing unilaterally since you were divorce... View More
My ex girl friend came around me but wasn't post to be around and now Indiana wanna have warrent for me for a hearing to see what they wanna do I did not catch no new charges
answered on Dec 10, 2021
It appears that your freedom is on the line for your stated alleged violation o probation, which, as you may know by know, may result in your imprisonment for the duration of your term.
I assume you want to stay outside and that requires an immediate effort on your part to contact a... View More
I only violated probation in Lima Ohio my ex girl friend came around me when she was not post to
answered on Dec 10, 2021
Please provide more facts and relevant information to assess your legal situation with more legal acuity.
He want’s to marry in his country then come back to USA and tries to bring his new wife we are not separated or divorced
answered on Dec 9, 2021
You presented this legal issue about four times now and the analysis remains the same; anyone trying to marry anywhere in the United States or in a foreign country while being married to another person is committing an act of bigamy and polygamy and it’s against the law in the United States.
I’ve been living in Texas since 2017, I went to high school here with a b1/b2 visa, my last entry was in 2021 but since the border was partially closed and only essential travelers were allowed I crossed and didn’t go back to Mexico anymore, I was living in McAllen however I then moved to... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2021
It is evident that the type of legal issues you raise here cannot be addressed by anyone remotely without a comprehensive legal analysis of your eligibility for any immigration benefit sought by an experienced attorney. It is simply not possible.
I have an American friend that overstayed in Ghana 21 days. He had a problem with online banking login and his bank blocked his account for security reasons.He forgot his wallet with the cards in a taxi, he went to the police and the taxi driver was found but he said that he didn't see any... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2021
You are describing a very frequent confidence scheme to lure funds from innocent strangers. If any "American" would get in the circumstances in any country he or she would promptly contact the police and then the U.S. Embassy art Consulate and they would assist promptly.
Also, a... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2021
It’s completely possible to be sentenced to a prison term after developing a pattern of criminal habitual offenses, especially involving drugs.
No doubt this case requires a diligent License Criminal Defense Attorney to protect one’s penal interests who must review evidence and develop... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2021
The United States has two major legislative extradition provisions: Article IV of the Constitution and the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act. The Extradition Clause of the Constitution lists “felonies and other crimes”, but the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act sets forth an extradition procedure... View More
My mom is a greencard holder but when she was applying for her visa back then, she forgot to mention the fact that she alr has a daughter. If i want to apply for a greencard and her as my sponsor, will it jeopardize her immigration status and her greencard might get revoked?
answered on Dec 7, 2021
A failure to disclose a material fact during an application for US permanent residency may produce a denial of immigration benefits. Also, an intentional omission to disclose any material fact will result in a permanent ban of immigration benefits. So, you may discuss your prospective legal... View More
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