Glenwood Springs Immigration Law Blog
Do I have to answer the door for immigration officials?
It can be an unnerving experience to have immigration officers knocking on your door, but do you know what to do when this happens? You may wonder about your rights and if you share the rights that U.S. citizens have, especially if you are undocumented. According to...
What should you know about field sobriety tests?
In Colorado, officers have many tools at their disposal for testing BAC levels. If your blood alcohol content is too high, you will face arrest for intoxicated driving. But what are the tools they use to determine that? Some of the first an officer will rely on are...
U.S. Supreme Court makes DACA ruling
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals is a program created under the Obama administration. When Trump took office, there was a challenge about the program's legality which ended up with it being in front of the U.S. Supreme Court for a ruling. According to the...
What are the penalties for DUI in Colorado?
Colorado penalizes drivers who have a drunk driving arrest with a blood alcohol content of 0.05% or above, a crime called driving while ability impaired. BAC of 0.08% or higher results in charges of driving under the influence. For a first offense, DWAI carries less...
What are CO’s ignition interlock laws?
Colorado is tough on drunk driving, and it is important to understand all of the consequences that come with a DUI charge. One of these consequences is the courts requiring you to install an ignition interlock device. According to Guardian Interlock, Colorado may...
What papers do I need to legally work in the U.S.?
Part of the American way of life is securing good employment. If you want to find a job, you first should make sure your papers are in order as your new employer will require certain documents upon hiring you. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration...
Drug violations may trigger detention, deportation
While anyone who commits a drug-related crime may face legal trouble, you may face particularly harsh consequences as an immigrant facing drug charges. Any drug violation has the capacity to lead to detention and deportation. In some cases, those deportations may...
What is the difference between affirmative and defensive asylum?
If you apply for asylum, there are two different applications to choose between. Which application you choose will depend on whether any formal removal proceedings began. Before you apply for asylum, it is crucial to know the differences between the options so that...
A DUI could affect your immigration status
Colorado residents often enjoy a cocktail or other alcoholic beverage when getting together for picnics, tailgating and other occasions. However, if you get behind the wheel after consuming these beverages and law enforcement stops you, the consequences can go beyond...
Are DACA recipients eligible for financial aid?
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program seeks to protect you and others who came to the United States without the proper documentation through no fault of your own. However, it does not necessarily mean you have all the same rights and protections as your...
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