dimanche 2 février 2014

What You Did Not Know About DACA

By Serena Price


On 15th June, 2012, the Dreamers Act was passed, giving rise to DACA, which is an acronym for deferred action for childhood arrivals. U. S. Citizens as well as illegal immigrants in the country had mixed reactions about this new law, with some people thinking that the government had failed them, while others thought that the law was a step in the right direction. Lawmakers formulated this law to help aliens who have been living in the United States for several years to get legal recognition.

The requirements for DACA are explained in great detail in the Dreamers Act. Since the law has very many requirements, only a handful of illegal immigrants can qualify. For instance, those who entered the U. S. After the law was enacted cannot apply for deferred action. Also, anyone who was 16 years old or older cannot qualify. Only those who immigrated illegally as children may apply.

DACA cannot lead to citizenship or permanent residency. Applicants should know this beforehand. There is a common misconception that once an application for deferred action has been approved, a person will be on his or her way to becoming a citizen of the United States. That is simply not true. What happens is that the applicant gets reprieve in that he or she cannot be deported from the country until circumstances change, or the two year time-line expires.

An important point to note about deferred action is that it only applies to childhood arrivals. Applicants who arrived in their adulthood, or after marking their 16th birthday, will be prosecuted if found by immigration officers. Another key point to note is that only applicants who were less than 31 years old when the law was enacted may be considered for deferred action. Applicants must provide the relevant federal agency with evidence that they were continuously present in the country for the two years leading up to June 15, 2012.

When federal agencies are processing applications, they must ensure that applicants do not pose any threat to national security. After all, the Dreamers Act was formulated by lawmakers with public interest in mind. Applicants who have committed crimes in the past will have their applications rejected.

During formulation of the Dreamers Act, lawmakers noted that there are some individuals who may have entered the country while still very young, but have pursuing their dream of having a better life. The lawmakers were of the opinion that these individuals should not be prosecuted. Instead, they should be given a chance to pursue their dreams in America.

There are many documents that must be submitted together with the application form for deferred action. This may include school transcripts, proof of identity and nationality, proof of continuous stay in the country, a street address and any other type of evidence that may be required. Applicants should be truthful when filling forms and answering questions.

Applicants are advised to work with immigration attorneys when applying for DACA. These legal professionals have all the information a person may need to successfully apply for deferred action. A lawyer can also help out with the paperwork and offer tips when seeking deferred action




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