Q: I am a foreigner who married to a US Citizen,a 2 yr conditional GC holder. Domestic violence victim,what are my rights?
I have already a protection order against him and He filed already a divorce and we have pre-nuptial agreement. As a 2 years greencard holder(he took my greencard)what will be the best way to do?he said that he return the card to USCIS,is that possible? What is my right as his wife? Is he still responsible with me? Can I ask a support to him under the affidavit of support he signed in USCIS? I transfer state where my relatives is because the shelter that I stayed shutdown. I need a lawyer but I don't have income as of now. Hope I can find a answer.
A: Retain a legal aid free attorney to file a VAWA petition. Inquire at the women’s shelter.
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I am so sorry you are in this situation. You should contact your local legal services office.
https://www.lsnj.org/LegalServicesOffices.aspx
They may be able to assist you with your divorce and with filing a VAWA petition or U-Visa with USCIS to protect your resident status. Good Luck!
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