Reporting a Crime Can Get You on Your Way to Residence
Attorney Dulce Oliveira • Feb 07, 2021
Reporting a Crime Can Get You on Your Way to Residence
Are you undocumented and suffered a crime in the United States? Did you help the police after experiencing violence?
A person recently approached me after being robbed on the streets of Los Angeles. He helped police identify the assailant, and later testified in court against him. This person also told me that he is undocumented. The good news for him is that he now qualifies for the U Visa.
The U Visa not only gives you permission to be in the United States, but through it, a person can also obtain a work permit. Also, if one qualifies, a person with a U Visa can apply for residency!
Many people do not know that helping the police, or a detective, or a prosecutor, after being the victim of a crime, could give you so many immigration benefits. The U Visa was put into action as an incentive for people who have suffered crimes here in this country, but are undocumented. The police want all criminals to be behind bars and you can help them. At the same time, you help yourself!
What does all this mean and how do you know if you qualify for a U Visa? Consult with the attorneys at Telleria, Telleria & Levy and they will help you determine if your case qualifies for a U Visa. Let us be your Voice!
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