Dallas Immigration Law FAQs: Drug Possession Arrests and Deportation

| VERDIN Dallas Deportation Defense – Drug Offense Deportation FAQs

By Isaul Verdin, VERDIN Founder and Managing Partner

Can Green Card Holders Be Deported for Drug Possession Arrest and Conviction?

The short answer is YES.

If convicted of possessing drugs, Green Card holders can be deported. Removal proceedings can be initiated if a Green Card holder has been convicted of a drug offense.

However, there is one exception.

Drug Offense Deportation Exception

If the green card holder is convicted of a single possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana – the individual is not deportable.

If convicted of possession of over 30 grams of marijuana – that individual is subject to deportation.

Drug Offense Deportation Quick FAQs

1. If the green card holder is convicted of a single possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana – the individual is not deportable.

2. If the green card holder is convicted of a single possession of more than 30 grams of marijuana – the individual IS deportable.

3. If the green card holder is convicted of multiple possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana – the individual IS deportable.

4. If the green card holder is convicted of multiple possession of less than 30 grams of ANY TYPE OF DRUG – the individual IS deportable.

5. CRITICAL: If subject to deportation – an experienced immigration lawyer is needed. Call VERDIN – we will fight for you!

Dallas Deportation Defense Litigation

Deportation defense is a core competency and historical strong suit at VERDIN. Undocumented immigrants, visa holders, and lawful permanent residents can all be placed in deportation proceedings (formally, “removal proceedings”) for any number of reasons.

VERDIN has an exceptional track record in defending clients from deportation.

Verdin’s veteran litigators include former immigration court staff attorneys, Special Assistant U.S. Attorneys, and U.S. army Judge Advocate Generals (JAGs).  Whether before an immigration court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, or a federal circuit court of appeals, VERDIN is prepared to provide the best deportation defense available.

Although the Family and Deport Practice Group regularly represents clients on a wide variety of legal issues related to deportation defense, the VERDIN Practice Group is particularly skilled in the following matters:

• Seeking release from immigration detention
• Cancellation of removal
• Terminating or administratively closing removal proceedings
• Motions to reopen and to reconsider
• Waivers of inadmissibility
• Adjustment of status and readjustment of status
• Voluntary departure

Deportation or Drug Offense Questions? Please Contact VERDIN Law

Isaul Verdin and the VERDIN Law Team has extensive experience in obtaining permanent resident status and other immigration benefits through family relationships.

VERDIN has an exceptional track record in defending clients from deportation. Verdin’s veteran litigators include former immigration court staff attorneys, Special Assistant U.S. Attorneys, and U.S. army Judge Advocate Generals (JAGs).

Whether before an immigration court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, or a federal circuit court of appeals, VERDIN is prepared to provide the best deportation defense available.

VERDIN boasts a combined 70 years of experience in immigration law. Since its inception, VERDIN has gained a reputation for prevailing in even the most complicated immigration matters.

“As a Board Certified, Immigration Lawyer (Texas Board of Legal Specialization) with over 17 years of experience, my passion is immigration law. We will listen to your concerns, answer all your questions, and expertly guide you through your immigration process.” ~ Isaul Verdin, Founder and Managing Attorney

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