Texas International Law Questions & Answers
Q: How can I legally retrieve my personal belonging when I’m in a different country? They are being withheld from me.
Answered on Apr 16, 2018
Q: What issues am I likely to face ay the port of entry ?
Answered on Apr 4, 2018
One of the requirements for naturalization is good moral character (GMC). An applicant for naturalization must show that he or she has been, and continues to be, a person of good moral character. In general, the applicant must show GMC during the five-year period immediately preceding his or her application for naturalization and up to the time of the Oath of Allegiance. Conduct prior to the five-year period may also impact whether the applicant meets the requirement. [1]
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Q: If I’m not allowed in a home but someone living there allows me to come in is that illegal?
Answered on Feb 19, 2018
The owner of the property has the authority. In your situation, it is possible you could be charged with criminal trespass or stalking if you continue to appear at the home. A protective order could also be issued against you, and if you violate the terms of said order, felony charges could be filed. Your girlfriend does not have the authority to give you permission to appear.
Q: I was injured on vacation abroad - do the laws of the country I was in apply in terms of any kind of a claim?
Certainly they do though if you were injured because of another person you might have a US claim. If its on a cruise that's a whole different set of jurisprudence and I'd start by getting a free consult from a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Assn.
Q: Can a person who has been in the U.S. for 11 years become a permanent resident without being petitioned by family?
Answered on Sep 20, 2016
Doesn't look like you could adjust status. http://www.cuevalawfirm.com/blog/2015/2/13/how-to-become-a-lawful-permanent-resident-through-deferred-action
However, if you are seriously interested in one of the armed services, believe you are in shape to get through boot camp,
you may want to inquire if there is a waiver procedure that would allow you to enter the armed services.
The problem is that DACA has been somewhat put on hold by the State Attorney Generals...
Q: "Is it illegal to exchange dollars to English pounds while you are in the U.S.A?"
No, it isn't illegal to have possession of english pounds while in the U.S.
Q: Is a non us citizen bond by a USA prenuptial agreement
Answered on May 5, 2016
This is a question for a family lawyer and/or international law attorney familiar with the prenuptial agreement. It is not an immigration question. Your agreement should be reviewed in private for an accurate analysis of your situation.
Q: Can you become a US citizen if you have misdemeanor and felonies?
Depends on the nature of the offense and how long ago it has been. Work with an immigration attorney in private to find out. All the best.
15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer above is only general in nature cannot be construed as legal advice, given that not enough facts are known. It is your responsibility to retain a lawyer to analyze the facts specific to your particular situation in order to give you specific advice. Specific answers will require...
Q: Will I have a problem crossing the U.S. Mexico border through land with a V.A.W.A permanent resident card?
If you have a permanent resident card original, you should not have any problems. Make sure you take another form of identification (Passport or DL or ID etc). All the best.
15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer above is only general in nature cannot be construed as legal advice, given that not enough facts are known. It is your responsibility to retain a lawyer to analyze the facts specific to your particular situation in order to give you specific advice....
Q: Can I drive in the U.S. with a Mexican driver's license?
If you're in TX, you'll likely need a TX license. Check with a TX lawyer to verify.
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