Cancellation of removal is a relatively new term being used by US immigration and naturalization; it is still relief from removal from the US but simply replaces the older term of “suspension of deportation.” Anyone facing removal or deportation may be entitled to cancellation of the order, it is discretionary in nature and removal orders are either cancelled or stopped.
The best immigration lawyers in Chicago are often called upon by those facing removal. Cancellation of such an order is very beneficial because it provides the individual with residency status and no further fear of removal. For an individual to be granted a cancellation of a valid removal order there is a need to prove lengthy physical ties to the US by both the seeker and his or her family. The person also must have no criminal record and have established hardship.
No all aliens can or will be granted cancellation of deportation. There are different standards for those who are lawful permanent residents and those who are not.
The requirements needed to support cancellation of deportation:
The best immigration lawyers in Chicago know the requirements are different for a legal permanent resident vs., a non-permanent resident.
Lawful permanent residents who are facing removal are may be granted cancellation if they:
* Are a lawful permanent resident and have been for five years minimum
* Have resided in the US without a break for seven years minimum after being first admitted to the country
* Never found guilty of an aggravated felony.
Non-permanent residents may get the removal order lifted if they:
* Been physically in the US continuously for ten years minimum
* They have demonstrated they are of good moral character
* Have not been convicted of certain crimes as defined by the state
It also has to be established that removal from the US will result in severe hardship to the spouse. Children and/or parent that are a US citizen or a legal alien admitted as a permanent resident.
It is easy to see why the best immigration lawyers in Chicago should be hired; immigration laws are extremely hard to understand for laypersons. Eligibility for cancellation of a removal order is dependent on several factors and if you can get the order cancelled it can be of considerable help to the alien as they will be looked upon more favorably by the immigration and notarization authorities.
If you are facing removal or deportation from the US the best immigration lawyers in Chicago can work with you in an effort to have the order rescinded and removed. Contact Din Law for more information.
