A Man Pretending to Be an ICE Agent Threatened a Woman with Deportation
In July, a woman in Placentia, California reported to the police department that a man came to her place of work and tried to extort money from her. Luis Flores-Mendoza “allegedly wore a green uniform similar to a police uniform complete with a vest, badge and gun. The man allegedly gave her a phony letter…
Read MoreThe New and Improved Military Lending Act
Congress and the Department of Defense (DOD) have enacted laws and regulations, particularly the Military Lending Act (MLA), that protect military personnel and their families from unscrupulous lenders and individuals who provide credit to them. While soldiers, sailors, and marines are trained for combat and military operations, relatively few have been schooled in dealing with…
Read MoreWhat Are Removal Hearings, and How Does the Process Work?
Removal, or deportation, is the process of removing an immigrant from the United States. Only non-citizens can be removed, so an individual in the U.S. on a “Green Card,” on another visa, or who is undocumented can face removal. The removal process starts with a Notice to Appear before an immigration judge for a hearing.…
Read MoreRemedies for Businesses and Consumers When Sellers Fail to Deliver on Products and Services That They Sell
Virtually every day, Americans buy, sell, and/or consume products – cars, trucks, SUVs, foods, computers, cell phones, clothes, gas, and more. Most transactions go smoothly, but some do not. When consumers, businesses, or buyers do not receive the benefit of the bargain, the law provides them with remedies. The law of contracts, the Uniform Commercial…
Read MoreCommon Reasons Why Immigrants Face Removal from the United States
In 2015, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) removed or “deported” more than 235,000 immigrants from the country. Not all of them were removed because of criminal activity. In fact, an immigrant may face removal from the U.S. for many reasons. At the Law Office of Perry A. Craft, PLLC, we help immigrants who are…
Read MoreBail Bond Reduction
When charged with a crime, defendants may remain at a local jail while awaiting trial. However, defendants charged with minor crimes are likely to appear in court and may be released from jail without posting a bail (“Release on One’s Own Recognizance”), but they still must attend trial and face the consequences if they plead…
Read MoreHunger Strike by Detainees Protests Legal Rights of Immigrants Held in ICE Detention Centers Longer than the Law Allows
One method of protest for those who are virtually powerless – such as detainees in ICE facilities awaiting removal – is to refuse to eat for a long time, called a “hunger strike.” A hunger strike’s purpose is to show the protester’s strong disapproval of his or her treatment or of particular policies or procedures.…
Read MoreAvoiding Arrest and What to Do if You Are Arrested
If possible, avoid getting arrested in the first place. The police may not arrest you for every crime that you committed. For relatively minor crimes, they may write out a citation directing you to report to a jail for booking on a certain day or to appear in court at a particular time, or they…
Read MoreMiddle Tennessee Hosts Two Large Music Festivals: Know the Law and Be Smart
Middle Tennessee is the spot where two large music festivals will be held this week. Both events are set for June 9 through June 12, 2016. Both attract huge numbers of fans and draw the attention of law enforcement. Nashville hosts the CMA Fest. Throngs of country music fans, nearly 90,000 last year, will descend…
Read MoreForfeiture: A Warning to Bonnaroo Attendees, U.S. Citizens, and Immigrants
Bonnaroo is almost here. Regardless of whether you plan to attend the Bonnaroo festival or whether you are driving along the Interstate, other highways, and roads for business or pleasure, be aware: Law enforcement can seize your money, vehicles, and property if the officers believe they are associated with illegal drugs or other criminal activity. …
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