Deportation Defense

A. You have been a permanent resident for at least five (5) years
B. You have at least seven (7) years continuous residence in the United States after having been lawfully admitted in any status prior to service of the Notice to Appear, or prior to committing a criminal or related offense referred to in sections 212(a)(2) and 237(1)(2)

Application for Cancellation of Removal and Adjustment of Status for Certain Nonpermanent Residents 

 PD allows OPLA attorneys to decide on which cases to focus their finite resources and how to proceed in individual cases in light of the facts and applicable law, including, for example, agreeing to dismissal or administrative closure or entering into stipulations on legal or factual issues as well as relief, bond, and continuances. PD is an inherent authority of a law enforcement agency and does not create a right or entitlement for any noncitizen.