NEWYORK: US President Trump has given immigration authorities sweeping powers to deport illegal immigrants. In just two days, more than 1,100 illegal immigrants were arrested and hundreds were deported. In these circumstances, it is a very important question: how can immigrants avoid deportation?
As soon as Donald Trump was sworn in, the crack down against illegal immigrants across the United States increased.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has also been given the authority to arrest and deport illegal immigrants without any judicial process.
These powers for arrest and deportation under the 1996 law were not used before 2004. At that time, Homeland Security said that the action under this law should only apply when immigration authorities arrest illegal immigrants within two weeks of entering the United States and within 100 miles of them, and they can be deported.
Experts have expressed concern that these actions could also affect people who have the right to be in the United States legally particularly those who have applied for asylum or who face risks if they return to their home country.
They said that there is still enough space in US law that immigrants can protect themselves from deportation even in this difficult situation.
In the current situation, immigrants should be aware of their legal rights and carry all their necessary documents with them.
They said that immigrants should avoid getting involved or arguing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials and do not sign any documents. They said that under the law, immigrants have the right to request an immigration lawyer.
They said that if immigration officials raid on your place, ask them for a warrant first and do not allow entry without a warrant.
They said that immigration and customs enforcement officials should be provided ID card, visa, or evidence in the event of deportation that shows that one’s life may be in danger if return to native country.
In the changing environment of US immigration laws, awareness of rights and proper legal assistance can help immigrants to avoid deportation.
