New Episode of Hablando con Carolina: DACA Changes and Immigration Safety

In this informative new episode of Hablando con Carolina, attorney Carolina Antonini addresses critical immigration updates and answers community questions on topics ranging from protest safety to deportation concerns.

Navigating today's evolving immigration landscape requires professional guidance. If you have questions about your specific immigration situation, our team at Antonini & Cohen is ready to provide the answers you need. Call (470) 428-3200 or contact us through our online form today to schedule a consultation.

At Antonini & Cohen, we know how.

Episode Highlights:

01:14 – DACA Updates

The Fifth Circuit Court issued an order that could possibly open DACA applications for first-time applicants across all 50 states while restricting work permits for DACA recipients in Texas only. The Trump administration has not yet issued official guidance on this potential change.

04:14 – Attending Protests as a Noncitizen

Carolina provides ten important safety tips for noncitizens participating in protests.

11:21 – Can Protected Individuals Be Sent to Another Country?

Carolina explains that even with protections like asylum and withholding of removal, there is still a risk of being sent to a third country that is not your country of persecution.

13:07 – Consular Interview Questions About Illegal Entry

The U.S. Consulate is increasingly asking questions about illegal entries during interviews. Carolina emphasizes the importance of understanding these questions and answering them carefully to avoid a permanent denial.

15:32 – Leaving the US for Consular Processing

Consular interviews require departing from the United States. Carolina discusses factors to consider, such as processing times and safety concerns, before deciding when to leave the US.

17:48 – Old Deportation Order and ICE Check-in

Individuals with an old deportation order who must report to ICE could be arrested, even if their child is in, or plans to join, the military. Carolina recommends consulting with an Antonini & Cohen attorney well in advance to explore options like motions to reopen or stays of deportation.

Learn more in Know Your Rights if Stopped by ICE

20:20 – Unpaid Wages and Immigration Relief

While an employer refusing to pay wages doesn't automatically qualify someone for immigration relief, cases involving serious labor exploitation could qualify for U or T visas if they amount to trafficking or substantial abuse.

21:56 – Crime Victim Cooperation and U Visa Eligibility

Carolina explains that while there's a small possibility of obtaining a U visa with limited cooperation, generally, it's difficult for prosecutors to certify someone as a victim if they don't assist with the investigation. She advises consulting with an Antonini & Cohen immigration attorney before refusing to cooperate.

Contact Antonini & Cohen and Understand Your Options

Your immigration questions deserve professional and informed answers. The attorneys at Antonini & Cohen have decades of experience helping families and businesses understand their rights and options during uncertain times. Schedule a consultation today with our Atlanta immigration attorneys today at (470) 428-3200 or through our contact form for a consultation.

At Antonini & Cohen, we know how.

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