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Criminal Defense: Immigration Consequences
Last Updated on: 29th March 2025, 02:14 am
CRIMINAL DEFENSE IMMIGRATION CONSEQUENCES
WE ARE SPODEK LAW GROUP, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. We have over 50 years of combined experience handling complex legal issues, and we understand the high stakes you face if you are charged with a crime that affects your immigration status. If you’re dealing with criminal charges while holding a visa or green card, we’ll be brutally honest: you risk losing your right to stay in the United States. That means your entire future is on the line.
WHY THIS MATTERS FOR IMMIGRANTS
Individuals who are not U.S. citizens can face serious immigration penalties for certain offenses. Convictions that involve fraud, drug crimes, or violence may lead to deportation. That means you could be forced to leave the country, and lose the ability to return.
There is a section of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) that spells out these specific violations. If the government believes you violated these rules, it may start removal proceedings in immigration court. That means you will have to defend both your freedom and your right to remain in the USA.
COMMON CRIMINAL OFFENSES THAT TRIGGER IMMIGRATION CONSEQUENCES
- Money Laundering: Offenses that involve financial crimes often lead to prison time. That means you could also face mandatory deportation if convicted.
- Drug Possession: Any conviction that involves controlled substances might make you removable under federal law. That means you may lose your green card or visa.
- Fraud or Theft: Crimes that involve dishonest conduct can lead to a “crime involving moral turpitude” designation. That means the government can start removal proceedings.
- Domestic Violence: Convictions that involve harm to a spouse or family member might result in mandatory deportation. That means your legal status can be terminated quickly.
HOW THE GOVERNMENT PURSUES REMOVAL
The Department of Homeland Security, which is the agency that oversees Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), may place you in removal proceedings if you have a disqualifying conviction. For detailed information on removal processes, you can visit the ICE website. We won’t sugarcoat it: If ICE issues a Notice to Appear, you may be detained, and you could end up waiting in a facility until your immigration hearing.
HOW WE DEFEND YOU
At Spodek Law Group, we focus on building a defense strategy that looks at every angle. We look at ways to challenge the evidence that was gathered, and we push to dismiss charges if the evidence is weak. Evidence that was improperly seized can be thrown out. That means the prosecution’s case may collapse, and you could avoid both prison time and deportation.
In many cases, we work to reduce charges to offenses that do not trigger deportation under the INA. That means you can keep your immigration status intact, and you can avoid the life-altering impact of removal. We also coordinate with experienced immigration attorneys who handle removal defense, so you have a united front handling your criminal and immigration matters together.
OUR STRATEGIC ADVICE: NO EXCUSES
Let’s be direct. If you ignore your criminal case, you put your future at risk. That means you might lose your right to stay in the U.S., and you might face heavy fines or jail time. We won’t tolerate complacency; the stakes are too high.
If you’re reading this, it’s time to step up. You need a legal team that can fight for you and push for every possible advantage. There is no room for half measures. That means hiring a top rated law firm that is unafraid of taking bold steps to protect you.
EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE OUTCOMES
- Case Dismissal: If our attorneys show you were wrongly accused, the prosecutor might drop the charges. That means you face no criminal penalties and do not risk losing your immigration status.
- Plea Agreement: If the prosecution’s evidence is strong, we might negotiate a plea to a non-deportable offense. That means you get a lesser sentence, and you keep your residency or visa.
- Trial Victory: Sometimes, going to trial is the best or only option. If we argue successfully, you receive a not-guilty verdict. That means you walk away without immigration or criminal penalties.
FAQ QUICK-REFERENCE TABLE
| Question | Short Answer |
|---|---|
| Will a Felony Conviction Lead to Removal? | It often will, depending on the charge. That means you must contact our legal team if you’re charged with a felony. |
| Does a Minor Drug Possession Count? | It can. That means even small-scale offenses might cause immigration problems. |
| What if I Already Have a Green Card? | You can still be deported for certain crimes. That means your permanent residency is not automatic protection. |
NEED HELP? WE’RE HERE 24/7
We are Spodek Law Group. We have offices throughout the USA, and we have been featured on major news outlets for our commitment to clients. When you reach out to us, we take a close look at the charges and your immigration status. We use every resource available to protect your future. We won’t accept excuses; we want to win.
If you want a confidential consultation, call us at 888-997-5177. We’re available to talk about your case, and we’ll give you straightforward answers. That means no fluff, no misleading promises, just an honest assessment of what you face and how we can defend you.
DISCLAIMER: NOT LEGAL ADVICE
No content on this page should be taken as formal legal advice, nor does reading it create an attorney-client relationship with Spodek Law Group. For specific guidance, always consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction. You can learn more about immigration penalties by reviewing the resources at the USCIS website and the ICE website.
Remember: This is your life on the line. That means you must demand the best defense possible. If you choose to work with us, we will fight to protect your rights and your ability to remain in the USA.