Does Rivas & Associates handle habeas corpus cases?
Yes. Rivas & Associates represents detained immigrants and their families nationwide and reviews each detention situation individually to determine whether a habeas corpus petition or…
Can a habeas petition get me released or get me a bond hearing?
Depending on the facts, a federal court may order release, sometimes with conditions of supervision, or order that a bond hearing take place before an…
Where is an immigration habeas corpus petition filed?
It is generally filed in the federal district court that covers the place where the person is detained, not in immigration court. Identifying the correct…
How long can ICE detain someone after a final order of removal?
The Supreme Court in Zadvydas v. Davis recognized six months as a presumptively reasonable period to carry out removal after a final order. After that,…
When should I consider filing a habeas corpus petition?
A habeas petition is often considered when detention has continued for a long time, when no bond hearing has been provided, when mandatory detention may…
What is a writ of habeas corpus in an immigration case?
A writ of habeas corpus is a request asking a federal court to decide whether the government has legal authority to detain a person. In…
What is DACA, and what is its purpose?
DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) is a childhood arrivals program allowing deferred action, created to temporarily put off removal for certain people who came…
Do I need a lawyer to apply for DACA?
You are not required to hire a lawyer to pursue this deferred action. Many people choose legal support because details matter, including criminal history review,…
Can DACA give you a green card now?
DACA alone does not lead to a green card. Some people may qualify for permanent residency through a family petition or another path, and certain…
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