Is there such a thing as a 'pardon?'

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Konstantina

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I am about to file on my own since the last several lawyers I dealt with were nothing short of scummy. My family has lost their life savings in those people, so now I am going to try my best to do this myself.

My situation is, I re-entered on a expired visa and the lawyer told me I'd have to file some sort of 'pardon' first and then I could apply for my green card through my husband.

Could anyone sort me out please?
 
Exactly, how could you have entered on an expired passport? Because, USCIS officers are very strict at the border areas. Are you saying that you entered illegally? If so, you are better off leaving illegally and your partner files for K-1/K3

Thanks
 
You mentioned that you already dealt with the lawyers. They charged you lot of money and never gave any concrete advice. If I were you, I would not go back to them again.

There is no such thing as a Pardon. Whoever gave the advice, is only misleading.

If you continue to stay in USA, against the court order, you are certain to be denied the visa and will be deported.

The only option for you is to leave the country and your husband files for your I-130/K-3. I know it is harsh, but there are fewer options.
 
nsvr said:
The only option for you is to leave the country and your husband files for your I-130/K-3. I know it is harsh, but there are fewer options.
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There's a good chance a re-entry bar will kick in. This really is a situation where a $100 consultation with a good attorney is critical. DIY will not work in this circumstance, especially since the OP is in removal proceedings.
 
Konstantina said:
Good question. I entered on an expired visa, went to court and was given an order of removal. Funny thing is, had it not been for my now husband I would have gladly left.
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If you are in removal proceedings, filing an AOS won't let you overcome the deportation ban. Like RealCanadian mentioned, you maybe subjected to a ban.
 
Konstantina said:
Good question. I entered on an expired visa, went to court and was given an order of removal. Funny thing is, had it not been for my now husband I would have gladly left.
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I am afraid that you have bigger problems which you are incapable of handling yourself. First of all, how could any airline let you board a US bound flight on an expired US visa? Secondly, how did CBP allow you to enter the country without putting you on a return flight back to your home country? Lastly, if you are in removal proceedings, why the hell are you handiling this by yourself? If you ran into a bunch of wolfie lawyers, it doesn't mean all lawyers are wolves, and you need a competent one who can kick some butt.

If I were you, I would be turning upside down at night as your situation is much precarious than you comprehend. Your USC husband won't be able to claw you away from the hands of justice which is about to come crashing down on you with an extended ban from the US, 3-10 years. Get legal help nowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!!!:eek:
 
Al Southner said:
I am afraid that you have bigger problems which you are incapable of handling yourself. First of all, how could any airline let you board a US bound flight on an expired US visa? Secondly, how did CBP allow you to enter the country without putting you on a return flight back to your home country? Lastly, if you are in removal proceedings, why the hell are you handiling this by yourself? If you ran into a bunch of wolfie lawyers, it doesn't mean all lawyers are wolves, and you need a competent one who can kick some butt.

If I were you, I would be turning upside down at night as your situation is much precarious than you comprehend. Your USC husband won't be able to claw you away from the hands of justice which is about to come crashing down on you with an extended ban from the US, 3-10 years. Get legal help nowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!!!:eek:
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I finally got a good lawyer. I simply came to the forum to get advice in order to know what I am getting into, and what I should expect. Immigration lawyers can be very shady.

Not too long ago, I found another lawyer and due to my entire house flooding I lost everything including some paperwork. I put in a thousand dollar retainer for him to retrieve it, and after four months of always hearing some excuse, I went online, got a phone number and in two minutes ( with being put on hold ) i was told copies would be available through mail. After arguing with the lawyer he gave me half of my retainer back and I took the loss as is.


Like I previously stated, I'd over-stayed, re-entered ( I was under the age of 18 at the time ) went to court with a lawyer that didn't show up a couple of times, and was slapped with the order.

Given that I grew up here, and managed to scratch myself out of a hole and make a good career for myself ( even though I can't work on papers, so I just act as an independent contractor ) I just don't know what I would do if I were to be sent back. I know everyone says that and whatnot, but after fighting so hard, losing so much money, it would really be a pity.
 
I really appreciate the help by the way. After being kicked around so much and taking the reigns for myself I realized that the only way one can ever be a victim is by ignorance. And I refuse to allow myself to be a victim again, so I will learn as much as I possibly can.
 
What happened ... you were ordered removed by a judge, but then you decided to ignore the order and stay in the US anyway? If that is what happened, I think you're doomed.
 
Jackolantern said:
What happened ... you were ordered removed by a judge, but then you decided to ignore the order and stay in the US anyway? If that is what happened, I think you're doomed.
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I was under the age of 18 at the time with one parent, with a toddler sister that was born in the us. Clearly I didnt have much of a choice.
 
I don't think they'll hold it against you for the time you spent in the US under 18, but staying in the US after 18 despite having a removal order is what will severely damage your chances.
 
Since finances are an issue, there are several places where you can obtain legal services based on your ability to pay - Catholic Charities and a similar group sponsored by the Lutheran Church and the legal climic at your local law school.
 
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