When you arrived in Florida as an immigrant, you may have felt overwhelmed as you tried to immerse yourself in a new culture and adapt to a lifestyle that was, perhaps, very different from the one to which you were accustomed. As the weeks and months pass by, you’re...
In Florida and throughout the United States, many immigrant families arrive in this country under dire circumstances. A group of parents and children in another state, for instance, want to seek asylum here but have been unable to do so because they passed through...
When a person emigrates from another country to live and work in Florida, he or she must navigate a complex process that includes filing paperwork, applying for the proper visa and other important issues. Not having one’s paperwork in order can spark legal problems....
Many Florida immigrants arrive in the United States with an ultimate goal of applying for naturalization. To become a U.S. citizen, one must first study and take several tests, including one in civics. A recent announcement states that the U.S. government has revised...
In Florida and beyond, many people who have emigrated from other countries wind up encountering legal issues regarding their statuses while living in the United States. It is not uncommon for U.S. immigration law and criminal law to intersect, as is the case for one...
When an immigrant in Florida or elsewhere is at risk for removal, he or she may be required to appear in court. Adjustment of status issues can be stressful and challenging to resolve. Those preparing for court hearings will want to remember that the type of clothing...
A Florida resident who lives in a community with a governing board, such as a homeowners’ association, will have to abide by the rules set out by this group. This is also the case for individuals and families who live in condominiums. These groups are responsible for...
If a Florida resident who is a U.S. citizen marries someone who emigrated from another country, his or her spouse may acquire a green card. While a green card would grant the immigrant spouse permanent residency, it would be a conditional legal status. This means that...
In many Florida households, there are some family members with immigration problems. U.S. immigration laws are complex, and it is not uncommon for someone emigrating from another country of origin to encounter challenges in the entry process once he or she has arrived...
There are any number of issues that may arise that result in Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) officers detaining people. There are a number of immigration detention centers in Florida and throughout the United States, and the number of immigrants detained at...
