Articles – Deportation Defense
The “In Absentia” Order of Removal
By Mitchell J. Cohen
The United States Supreme Court has recognized that deportation visits a great hardship on the individual in that it deprives him of the right to stay and live and work in this land of freedom. The United States’ deportation laws are complicated and often cruel. An Immigration Judge has the authority to order an individual deported from the United States. On the other hand, in some circumstances, the Immigration Judge may provide immigration benefits to foreigners who appear in front of the Immigration Court. Clearly, the Immigration Judge has the power to dramatically alter people’s lives. On account of the foregoing, it is of the utmost importance to make certain that you have an experienced immigration attorney at your side from the very beginning of the process.