If you obtained a visa or became a permanent resident of the United States on the basis of facts that you misrepresented, your immigration status may be at risk if the fraud is uncovered. Did you tell the truth about your name, your age, any criminal record, any ties with potential terrorist organizations, previous interactions with United States immigration authorities, marital status or financial holdings?
Immigration Fraud Q & A · Contact a Lawyer in Orlando For More Information
Q: What is immigration fraud?
A: Immigration fraud, like any other type of fraud, involves misrepresentation. In immigration fraud cases, immigrants falsify documents or give untrue answers in immigration interviews for the sake of obtaining documentation such as a visa, a green card or even citizenship.
Q: What are some examples of immigration fraud?
A: The following real examples of immigration fraud illustrate common methods used by immigrants in order to receive benefits of legal U.S. immigration status:
- Foreign "students" were given student visas by a non-existent "university" in Pennsylvania.
- Immigrants obtained visas and permanent residency by using falsified employment sponsorships and other falsified documents such as pay stubs and tax returns with the help of an American clergyman in New York.
- People from other countries sometimes marry American citizens on false premises in order to obtain green cards or citizenship.
- Foreign wives have falsely accused their American spouses of domestic violence in order to obtain protection — and liberalized immigration status — through the Violence Against Women Act.
- Immigrants have applied for visas and green cards by forging, fabricating or altering documents required in the application process.
- Mexicans and other Latin American immigrants have used birth certificates and other identification belonging to Puerto Ricans in order to pose as U.S. citizens.
Q: What can I do if I have been falsely accused of immigration fraud?
A: Talk to an immigration fraud defense attorney as soon as possible. At the Law Offices of Fisher & Frommer, PLLC, we offer no-obligation initial consultations to immigrants charged with fraud. Contact us by phone or e-mail to schedule a consultation.
Q: What if I acknowledge that I entered the U.S. with falsified documents or otherwise committed fraud for immigration purposes? Is there any hope for me?
A: Regardless of the details of your case, you have rights in the U.S. when you are charged with violation of laws such as immigration laws. Consult with an attorney who is prepared to fight to protect your rights while pursuing the best attainable outcome in your case.
Q: If I retain the Law Offices of Fisher & Frommer, PLLC, for my immigration fraud defense, how will you help me?
From our law offices in New York City, Lake Mary, Tampa and Orlando, fraud immigration lawyers at the Law Offices of Fisher & Frommer, PLLC, have helped many immigrants who were charged with crimes, accused of fraud or had overstayed visas. Every case is unique. Talk to an attorney to determine the best strategy for your defense if you have been charged with immigration fraud.
