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At the age of 8 my purported parents & I immigrated to the U.S. Under the guise of vacation, they brought me back to my home country three months shy my eighteenth birthday. It was all just a ruse to take charge of my life. Once arrived they told me they took me at birth falsified my document... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2024
You have the right to seek justice for what you’ve endured, even if you are outside the country. You may be able to sue for fraud, deception, and emotional abuse, among other claims. It’s essential to document everything, including the false documents, the coercion, and the conditions they... View More
For example, if I move from Charleston county to Dorchester county. It was my understanding that if you're in that county for longer than thirty days, and you receive mail correspondence in that county, that you are considered a resident of that county. Is that wrong? Is there something... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2024
When you move from one county to another within South Carolina, residency rules generally depend on factors like how long you’ve lived there and where you receive your mail. If you've been in the new county for more than 30 days and you’re receiving mail there, this is often seen as... View More
He is 11 almost 12, I am 22 almost 23. We can only afford a two bedroom apartment. I will hopefully be living with my sister and nephew. Unless this is against the law. I cannot find a definite answer online, hopefully you can help! Thanks!
answered on Apr 6, 2024
In general, there are no laws that prohibit an adult from sharing a room with a minor relative, such as an aunt sharing a room with her nephew. Family members often share living spaces due to financial constraints or personal preferences.
However, there are a few considerations to keep in... View More
Can I register a car in SC with my German Passport (no Visa ESTA) and my German/ international license? I own property in SC and can provide proof of address (Deed, Utility bill…) Have a SSN
answered on Sep 27, 2021
There are many foreign nationals that own vehicles in the United States. I suggest you contact the Department of Motor Vehicles for their required documents.
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I currently live in the USA on an E-2 visa as a dependent to my parents. I turned 20 recently, so I am starting to file for a F-1 Student visa because I will age out at 21. Because of that, the law requires I must be an independent on my own visa when I turn 21. Will my interview be here in the USA... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2016
You can apply for a Change of status from E-2 to F1. You will have the interview in the US, but you will not have the visa stamped on your passport. Which means you cannot travel internationally, you need a visa stamp on your passport to enter the US. Once your COS is approved you can go to UK, get... View More
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