Legal Help for Naturalized Citizens

A newly created section of the U.S. Department of Justice has been tasked with stripping citizenship rights from immigrants who have gone through the naturalization process and have been granted U.S. citizenship in the past. This presents real problems for naturalized immigrants who have come to this country in good faith and have completed the requirements to obtain citizenship. It also creates the impression that the status conferred through naturalization is less secure than that of those born as U.S. citizens.

Increasing Concerns About a Slippery Slope

Under the previous administration, the Justice Department had also pursued denaturalization of immigrant citizens for criminal activities or for lying on their applications. These cases have significantly increased, however, under the Trump administration. Figures released by the Justice Department indicate that about 40 percent of the 228 cases to strip citizenship from naturalized immigrants were filed in 2017 or later. One concern raised by immigration advocates is the slippery slope that this situation creates for those already in the United States. If anti-immigrant policies and attitudes continue unchecked, even less serious crimes and traffic offenses may be seen as grounds for taking away the citizenship of naturalized immigrants in our country.

Taking a Proactive Step

For those who are concerned about adverse legal actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services or the Department of Justice, seeking the help of a qualified New York immigration lawyer is a good first step toward resolving any outstanding issues and ensuring the safety and stability of families in our area. Your New York immigration lawyer will work with you to determine the best and most practical steps to ensure that you stay on the right side of federal regulations and that you can plan your future in New York and the United States.

If you need the services of a qualified and caring New York immigration lawyer, Pozo Goldstein has the experienced professionals and the personal touch you and your family need to achieve your goals. We work with immigrants throughout the city and state of New York to resolve difficulties with visas, immigration status and citizenship applications. Our New York immigration team includes a former judge and two former prosecutors in the immigration field, which allows us to deliver the most accurate and effective representation for you. Call us today at 212-201-9031 to schedule a free consultation in our office. We look forward to the chance to serve you.