Don’t Let Criminal Charges Jeopardize Your Immigration Status
Criminal charges can put your immigration status in jeopardy. In addition to detention, deportation and refusal of reentry, you may face jail time in the United States or your country of origin if convicted. It is imperative to work with a skilled lawyer who can defend your rights.
I am Mark A. Perez. At my law firm, I help clients throughout Texas who face criminal charges or immigration law problems. When these areas intersect, I refer to as crimmigration, I know how to stand up for you and protect your rights.
What Happens To Non-Citizen Arrested?
Whether you have permanent residency in the U.S. or do not have the correct documentation or are not a US-citizen, there is a series of steps that you will go through if charged with a crime:
- Investigation and questioning
- Arrest and detention
- Notification of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
- Immigration hearing
- Court decision regarding removal
At every step, I will ensure that the state respects your rights and fight to give you the best chance possible of staying in the U.S.
Comprehensive Defense Services Against Criminal Charges
Criminal charges can have severe implications for your immigration status, making it essential to work with an attorney who understands both criminal and immigration law. At my law firm, I fight to defend clients against all types of criminal charges by developing personalized strategies for everyone I represent. I am prepared to defend your rights and future against charges such as:
- Drug offenses: These charges involve the possession, distribution, or manufacture of illegal substances. A conviction can mean years in prison and jeopardize your immigration status.
- DUI/DWI: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can result in fines, license suspension, or jail time, and can also affect your ability to remain in the U.S.
- Theft and burglary: Charges involving theft or unlawful entry with intent to commit a crime can vary in severity and impact both legal standing and immigration status.
- Assault and battery: These charges involve causing or threatening physical harm to another person and carry serious legal consequences, potentially affecting deportation risk.
- Sex crimes: Offenses such as sexual assault or possession of child pornography carry severe legal and social penalties with significant implications for non-citizens.
- Violent crimes: Charges like armed robbery or homicide often result in lengthy prison sentences and are critical factors in deportation proceedings.
- White collar crimes: Nonviolent financial crimes, including fraud and embezzlement, can still lead to severe legal penalties and affect immigration status.
Understanding the stakes involved, I am committed to providing a robust defense to safeguard your rights and future in the U.S.
Dedication – Integrity – Honesty
As a lifelong Texan, I am dedicated to representing the people of my community. I care deeply about standing up for you and protecting your future. When you work with me, I will sit down with you and have a frank, honest conversation. Even if the truth is not easy to hear, I will not sugarcoat it. I believe in providing you with the unvarnished information that you need to make the right decisions.
Talk To Me In A Free Consultation
Do not leave your future to chance; contact Mark A. Perez, Attorney at Law. I provide free initial consultations. Call me in Dallas at 214-646-1557 or email me using my online contact form.