DOJ Pressures States to Report Undocumented Immigrants
DOJ Pressures States to Report Undocumented Immigrants Immigration enforcement continues to change, and a recent action by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) could increase the sharing of immigration-related information between state agencies and the federal government. On September 2, 2026, the DOJ announced a new legal interpretation concerning states that receive federal funding for […]
No Criminal Record? You Could Still Be at Risk of ICE Arrest
No Criminal Record? You Could Still Be at Risk of ICE Arrest Immigration enforcement is expanding—and having no criminal record does not necessarily protect you from being arrested by ICE. Recent data reported by The Washington Post shows a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests of immigrants who do not have […]
Applying for VAWA? Do Not Get Married
Applying for VAWA? Do Not Get Married If you are applying for VAWA or have a pending VAWA self-petition, do not get married to someone while your case is pending. M arrying before your VAWA self-petition is approved can affect your eligibility and may put your immigration case at risk. If you have questions about […]