If I was issued an in absentia removal order 7 ywars ago when I was 15, can I reopen my case and get deferred action based on the new policy?
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If I was issued an in absentia removal order 7 ywars ago when I was 15, can I reopen my case and get deferred action based on the new policy?
I was brought here illegally by my mother when I was 14. Upon entering the country, we were picked up by ICE and placed in removal proceedings under Section 240. We were given a notice to appear in court seven months later but never did. As a result, a final removal order was issued and I have never left the country. I would like to know if I can get deferred action in this case and consequently a work permit?
Asked on June 23, 2012 under Immigration Law, Georgia
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
The best way to try and resolve the immigration matter that you are writing about is to retain an immigration attorney to assist you.
There is a possibility that you may be able to get a deferred action in your matter because you were a minor when the situation occurred. Given this fact, the Immigration and Naturalization Service may be more lenient with you as opposed someone who was an adult when the episode happened.
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