Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

Knowing which path is right for your situation is vital. Applying through the incorrect path could result in a refusal and end up delaying or even preventing your move to the United States as a permanent resident.

While Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) gives those in the program a two-year deferral on deportation, it might not be the right program for everyone. You should speak with a knowledgeable immigration lawyer before you decide to apply to determine if it is the right course of action for your particular situation. Consider your situation carefully before submitting an application. Certain immigrants should not apply for DACA because there is a greater risk that their cases may be referred to Immigration and Customs Enforcement for deportation.

• Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012
• Came to the United States before reaching your 16th birthday
• Have continuously resided in the United States since June 15, 2007, up to the present time
• Were physically present in the United States on June 15, 2012, and at the time of making your request for consideration of deferred action with USCIS
• Entered without inspection before June 15, 2012, or your lawful immigration status expired as of June 15, 2012

• Are currently in school, have graduated or obtained a certificate of completion from high school, have obtained a general education development (GED) certificate, or are an honorably discharged veteran of the Coast Guard or Armed Forces of the United States
• Have not been convicted of a felony, significant misdemeanor, three or more other misdemeanors, and do not otherwise pose a threat to national security or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals public safety

On September 5th, 2017, Attorney General Jess Sessions announced that the DACA program would be coming to an end in six months. The government will no longer be accepting new applications for the DACA program. However, if you've already received DACA status and will need to apply for a renewal within the next six months, you should do so as soon as possible. The current administration will honor work permits through their expiration date, so getting in your renewal information could help you remain in the United States legally. While it's likely that the program is going to come to an end in six months, it's unknown as to how congress will deal with undocumented immigrants who currently hold DACA status. You can stay up-to-date by reading our blog, where we'll be posting updates about the DACA changes as they become available.

If you are concerned about your current DACA status, unsure about what to do next, or have questions about how or when to apply for a renewal, you need to speak to an immigration lawyer as soon as possible. Right now you still have time to take action to protect yourself and your family, but the clock is definitely ticking. The Law Offices of Diron Rutty, LLC are offering free consultations to anyone in the New York and Poughkeepsie area who has questions about DACA and what they should do keep about their immigration status. These consultations are free to you and completely confidential. You can get answers to your questions and we can inform you as to how we can help you with the next steps that you need to take.

As immigration attorneys practicing in New York and Poughkeepsie, we can evaluate your situation to determine if deferred action is right for you. If so, we can help you understand the process, gather and complete the necessary paperwork and get your application processed in a timely manner. Please call our office at (718) 324-0404 or (845) 849-9201, use the form at the right, or email us at info@DironRuttyLLC.com for assistance. We're looking forward to speaking with you and helping you get the best possible outcome for your immigration status.