I hold a DACA status that expired last year. I'm assuming my work permit also expired. I didn't renew for 3 reasons: (1) My husband is an active military who applied for my residency a couple months before my DACA status expired. (2) I'm in grad school and was busy and without the... View More 
answered on Apr 2, 2019
There are two reasons why you might want to renew DACA:
1. So you can work; and
2. To avoid accruing unlawful presence.
If you don’t need to work, or if you applied for work authorization as part of your adjustment application, and if unlawful presence isn’t an issue... View More
I’m looking to go on vacation for a few days back to the states from Canada where I am here for my fathers job and possess a diplomatic passport, yet I’m 18? Is this ok for me to do or do I need to have consent from my parents.
answered on Jan 24, 2019
You may be best served by speaking with an immigration attorney in Canada. In the USA, an 18 year old is considered an adult and is free to travel as such. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. I... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2018
You can be charged with a crime and temporarily held in jail pending your arraignment, for example. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2017
Canada considers you ineligible to enter them country. You must go through a lawyer in that country, and file for permission.
Don't commit a crime,and possibly get convicted.
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answered on Mar 17, 2017
Passed in 2007 with an effective date of July 1, 2009. See http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2007-08/Pdf/Bills/Session%20Laws/Senate/5715-S.SL.pdf
I have heard a rumor about waiting three months and wondered if it was true.
answered on Feb 3, 2017
No wait time. You can get married immediately. You just have to make sure your personnel folks are kept in the loop about the divorce and remarriage. Problems arise if the military thinks you are married to two people at the same time.
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