In addition to President Obama creating a new category of individuals eligible for protection against deportation (removal from the U.S.), the president also has plans to expand the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival) provisions.  As it currently exists, you will be allowed for DACA if:
- You entered the US prior to turning 16 years old
- You have completed school or you are currently enrolled in school
- You have not committed a serious crime
- You were living in the US from 6/15/2007 to present
- You were physically present in the US on 6/15/2012
- You were out of status on 6/15/2012
- You were under 31 years old on 6/15/2012
- You are in the US at the time you file your DACA application

As you can see, there are many requirements.  The NEW DACA will relax some of these requirements.  


With old  DACA, you are protected for 2 years against deportation and you will receive a work permit.  The NEW DACA may extend the protection to 3 years and may delete the 31 year age cap.  For now, DACA is temporary but renewable.


To apply for DACA or to discuss the new DACA contact Spiller-Reddick Immigration Law on 540-300-2991 or email [email protected].


We have had many successes with DACA applications.  Fixing your immigration status is our main priority.  

U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services announced a new Temporary Protective Status (TPS) designation for Liberians due to the Ebola breakout in West Africa.  

If you are currently in the US and you are from Liberia, Guinea, or Sierra Leone, you may be eligible for TPS and you therefore you will be allowed to legally remain in the US for 18 months.  Additionally, with TPS you will receive a work permit.

If you would like to discuss your options for TPS or another immigration matter, call your Fredericksburg Immigration Lawyer on 540-300-2991 or email us at [email protected] to schedule a consultation.  We look forward to speaking with you.  

It is an exciting time!  Tonight, President Obama announced his plan to provide protection against deportation (removal from the United States) for millions of people.  In 2012, our president provided protection to the Dreamers with DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals); tonight he announced the creation of DAP (Deferred Action for Parents).  We all still need to see the fine print and we must await final guidance and implementation from U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services, but in general it appears that you will be eligible for DAP if you:
- Are a parent of a US citizen or the parent of a US permanent resident;
- Have been physically present in the US for 5 years;
- Are not a serious criminal; and
- Are willing to pay back taxes.

If you receive DAP, you will be allowed to remain in the US, temporarily, or until a comprehensive immigration law is passed providing a true pathway to permanent status.  Also, it is possible that after receiving DAP, you may obtain permission to leave the US and return on parole, possibly curing your inadmissiblity issues.  Inadmissibility issues are the reason why you were originally unable to obtain lawful status in the first place (such as entering the US without a visa, re-entering after being deported, overstaying your visa, criminal convictions, etc.).  Depending on your inadmissibility issue(s), if you receive DAP, you should speak with an experienced immigration lawyer to determine if there is a way for your child (or another relative) to sponsor you for your permanent resident status (green card). This is an actual possibility.  

Let's not get ahead of ourselves.  It will no doubt take months before all the major and minor details are finalized.  But nevertheless, now is the time to plan.  Call Spiller-Reddick Immigration Law on 540-300-2991 to discuss your immigration options. 

We received many DACA approvals and we look forward to assisting you or your family members with your DAP application.