Information You Need When Facing a DUI Charge in California(916) 629-4529
DUI and Immigration
For Non-citizens, the impact of a DUI arrest and/or conviction on your immigration status can mean far more than jail. If you are arrested, it is very likely that you will have an Immigration Hold, and will not be able to post bond and be released.
Odds are, if you are jailed for a drunk driving or other crime, you will then be transferred to the Immigration authorities after your case in criminal court is completed, and held while they decide to institute deportation proceedings. If you are an alien convicted of DUI or other criminal charges, the Department of Homeland Security (formerly INS) can put you in deportation proceedings, regardless of your status in the U.S., family ties, etc.
It is very important that any plea agreement you may make be reviewed by an experienced Immigration Attorney prior to the plea and that you understand the immigration consequences of your plea. Deportation/Removal, either voluntarily or not, from the United States may result in being temporarily or permanently barred from returning.
If you are caught re-entering illegally, you may be imprisoned for 5 to 20 years, and may then be barred permanently.
If you or a loved one is a non-citizen and arrested for DUI, or any other crime, we strongly recommend consulting with an experienced immigration attorney immediately to protect your rights and avoid, or defend against, deportation.
For more information on hiring an immigration attorney, please feel free to visit our sponsor page or the California State Bar.
Odds are, if you are jailed for a drunk driving or other crime, you will then be transferred to the Immigration authorities after your case in criminal court is completed, and held while they decide to institute deportation proceedings. If you are an alien convicted of DUI or other criminal charges, the Department of Homeland Security (formerly INS) can put you in deportation proceedings, regardless of your status in the U.S., family ties, etc.
It is very important that any plea agreement you may make be reviewed by an experienced Immigration Attorney prior to the plea and that you understand the immigration consequences of your plea. Deportation/Removal, either voluntarily or not, from the United States may result in being temporarily or permanently barred from returning.
If you are caught re-entering illegally, you may be imprisoned for 5 to 20 years, and may then be barred permanently.
If you or a loved one is a non-citizen and arrested for DUI, or any other crime, we strongly recommend consulting with an experienced immigration attorney immediately to protect your rights and avoid, or defend against, deportation.
For more information on hiring an immigration attorney, please feel free to visit our sponsor page or the California State Bar.
CALIFORNIA DUI GUIDE
The Legal Process - What does a DUI attorney do?
Bailing Out - How to select a Bail Bond Agent
The DMV and You - How to protect your right to drive.
Your Auto Insurance - Should I call my Insurer?
Your Employer - Should I notify my employer of a DUI?
DUI and Immigration - I'm not a citizen!
Your Future - How can this affect my life?
Your Health - Do I have a bigger problem?
Resource and Reference - Numbers to know.
The Legal Process - What does a DUI attorney do?
Bailing Out - How to select a Bail Bond Agent
The DMV and You - How to protect your right to drive.
Your Auto Insurance - Should I call my Insurer?
Your Employer - Should I notify my employer of a DUI?
DUI and Immigration - I'm not a citizen!
Your Future - How can this affect my life?
Your Health - Do I have a bigger problem?
Resource and Reference - Numbers to know.
