1
Do Not Sign Any
Paperwork
By signing, you may waive your right
to an attorney or your right to a hearing before a judge
2
Do Not Accept
"Voluntary Departure"
Consult with an attorney before
accepting "voluntary departure.” Signing a voluntary departure acceptance
means you will not have a hearing before a judge. You will have to leave the
United States, and depending on your circumstances you may not be able to
return to the United States or obtain any immigration relief.
3
Do Not Assume
Immigration Officials Will Explain Your Rights
Immigration officials and Immigration
Judges may not fully explain your rights and options to you. Do not assume the
information you are given is correct. Consult with an attorney before deciding
on what action to take.
4
You Have the Right
to an Attorney
You have the right to consult with an
attorney even when detained. You have the right to be represented by an
attorney in any hearings before an Immigration Judge, but the Immigration
Service and the United States Government will not pay for your attorney, nor
will they provide you one.
5
Consult with an
Attorney
Consult with an immigration attorney
and provide all the information regarding your status, and the circumstances
surrounding your arrest. You must provide your attorney with all the
information so the attorney can fully represent you in your immigration case.
It is important for your attorney to understand your circumstances in order to
determine if you have any immigration relief.
6
You May Ask for a
Bond for Your Release
If you are detained by ICE, tell the
immigration officer you would like to be released on your own recognizance or
on bond. If this option is not extended to you, tell the immigration officer
you would like to see a judge. Remember not to sign a voluntary
departure/removal (unless you are absolutely sure you want to leave the US).
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