3 Ways You Could Jeopardize Your Green Card
A green card is a lifeline to many people across the country and here in Florida, they are a hard to come by and an increasingly precious resource. They are also revocable, under certain conditions, including:
If a court finds you guilty of a crime
A key aspect of any citizenship petition and green card application is the dictate to be a person of “good moral character”. This distinction is further defined by the United States Customs and Immigration Service (USCIS), to include such items as:
- Family ties
- Background
- “Law abiding behavior”
- Continual employment
A criminal record, let alone a new conviction, can seriously impact your case. Historically, these convictions did not include minor traffic infractions, but there are reports of a new emphasis on minor things such as speeding tickets.
If you fail to meet residency requirements
To pursue a green card you must be a continual resident of the US for a certain period of time depending on which category of green card you’re looking to secure. For family members of current citizens, the time period is shorter. For other categories it is longer.
If you engage in fraud or misrepresentation in the application process
Any deception, major or minor, is disqualifying on your green card application. While errors about something are understandable, you must not intentionally misrepresent your past, your needs or your resources when pursuing a green card. If you do, the USCIS can and likely will, deny your application, potentially leading to deportation.
Green card help is not far
Green cards are a major concern for you, and we can help you pursue and protect yours. The path to American residency is a hard one, but we can be the team to help you make it a little bit easier. Give us a call to learn more about our services at 954-241-4209 or send an email using this online form.