cafeconleche
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Oh so it's a lot of work? I thought it was just a bunch of forms. What was the complaint? Just that they were taking longer than they could, right? And, I guess this means I'd have to file the papers in person?
There's an existing sticky on how to file a lawsuit against the USCIS:Oh so it's a lot of work? I thought it was just a bunch of forms. What was the complaint? Just that they were taking longer than they could, right? And, I guess this means I'd have to file the papers in person?
The instructions are still valid today. Read the most recent posts on that thread to get a sense of what is involved. Several forum members have successfully files suit themselves.Thanks for that. Those instructions are from 2005. Any changes? They look quite daunting, too, so I hope I don't have to do it. It also mentions that if I decide to move, I can have the case transferred. Can I do that now? Should I? I'm not certain this move is permanent, so I'm wary of changing my address to another state (from NY). What happens if you transfer your case while it is pending approval? Do they transfer it and another IO in another state has to make the decision? With a new interview?
The senator's office said it was a National Security check, so that's what I found surprising.
Today it has been 90 days of no decision and I called CIS to file a service request, and I mentioned to the IO that I don't want to have to sue in 120 days, and he said threatening to sue will be like pouring vinegar into a wound. That sounded quite vindictive, if you ask me. I guess CIS will try to discourage lawsuits. He said using honey (service request) would be better, haha. Punk. He actually didn't want to put a service request through, but I mentioned that the interviewer sort of asked for additional documents, but it doesn't say so in my file (because she was a sour woman who didn't even tell me what she wanted. She just wanted me out so she could get to the others), so he said he'd send a request about that.
Also, he said the time limits they told me really don't apply, especially if the background check is in question. So, I asked how, after 120 days, I would know that the lack of a decision is because of the background check or just laziness, and he said you just have to wait for CIS to contact you. Whatever. I hope the service request moves things along. How long does it take to hear something about it?
Also, does anyone know about my previous question regarding an address change at this point?
The IO you spoke is full of it. A lawsuit won't cause retribution. Also, the 120 day time does apply, regardless of if the name check is complete or not.Today it has been 90 days of no decision and I called CIS to file a service request, and I mentioned to the IO that I don't want to have to sue in 120 days, and he said threatening to sue will be like pouring vinegar into a wound. That sounded quite vindictive, if you ask me. I guess CIS will try to discourage lawsuits. He said using honey (service request) would be better, haha. Punk. He actually didn't want to put a service request through, but I mentioned that the interviewer sort of asked for additional documents, but it doesn't say so in my file (because she was a sour woman who didn't even tell me what she wanted. She just wanted me out so she could get to the others), so he said he'd send a request about that.
Also, he said the time limits they told me really don't apply, especially if the background check is in question. So, I asked how, after 120 days, I would know that the lack of a decision is because of the background check or just laziness, and he said you just have to wait for CIS to contact you. Whatever. I hope the service request moves things along. How long does it take to hear something about it?
Also, does anyone know about my previous question regarding an address change at this point?
Would it be unwise if I also mention that I intend to sue if no decision is made? I want her to wake the hell up and do her damn job.
So, though I'm hanging out in CA until I get work/citizenship, I should go ahead and do the 1447b through the courts in NY?
I guess I will write a letter to a boatload of people, including the IO. I really want to mention a lawsuit, but Bobsmyth has advised against this, at least for the IO. How about when I write to the head of the Garden City Office, the legal department of the office, etc.?
I definitely will prepare a lawsuit, but I want to write the letters just to make my lawsuit stronger by showing I tried my best to get things moving. Not a good idea?
The 1447b lawsuit doesn't have to show any attempt to resolve the issues beforehand, but that it has been 120 days since your interview and USCIS hasn't rendered a decision.