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Join us for a volunteer training session on the new immigration relief programs in Iowa. Learn about the priorities, eligibility criteria, and benefits of these programs.
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*Welcome Volunteers* Volunteer Training on the New Immigration Relief Programs In Iowa Photo Source: http://www.clker.com
*Today’s Plan* • Greet & make people feel welcome 2. Active audience members 3. Answer questions about the worksheet 4. Direct people after the presentation Photo Source: http://biocareers.com
The New Immigration Relief Programs In Iowa Photo Source: http://www.clker.com
President Obama’s November 20, 2014 Address http://www.tubechop.com/watch/5367594 English http://www.tubechop.com/watch/5367763 Spanish Photo source: https://www.youtube.com
What is Administrative Relief / Executive Action? Photo Source: http://www.cagle.com
Recent Injunction Photo Source: http://168opportunities.com
Today’s Presentation • Priorities 2) DAPA 3) DACA
*Volunteer Tip* Ineligibility and the New Priorities Photo Source: http://www.navicure.com
Felonies • Gang Activity • National Security • People stopped at the border on or after January 1, 2015 (applies for people now living in Iowa) Enforcement Priorities Priority 1 • Certain significant misdemeanors • Multiple misdemeanors • Persons who unlawfully entered the U.S. and cannot prove continuous presence since January 1, 2014 • Abuse the visa or visa waiver program Priority 2 • Order of removal on or after January 1, 2014 Priority 3
Forgery or receiving stolen property + 1 year jail sentence Theft + 1 year jail sentence Crimes or Violence + 1 year jail sentence Examples of Priority 1 Crimes Burglary + 1 year jail sentence Sexual Abuse of a Minor Drug Distribution or Trafficking Firearms Distribution or Trafficking Any felony in Iowa Obstruction of Justice + 1 year jail sentence Deceit or Fraud of $10,000 or more
Immigration Priority Example José is from Guadalajara, Mexico. José wants to join his family in Los Angeles, California. On January 16, 2015, José attempted to cross the border without entering through an immigration crossing point. José was stopped as he attempted to cross the border. Is José a deportation priority? If he is deportable, which priority does he fall into? Photo Source: http://www.nydailynews.com
Unlawful Possession or Use of a Firearm Priority 2 Crimes Burglary Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Drug Trafficking or Distribution Domestic Violence or Assault Any offense with a jail sentence of 90 days or more Driving Under the Influence (DUI or OWI)
*Volunteer Tip* Photo Source: http://www.calljr.com
Criminal Priority Example Maria is undocumented and has lived in the United States for the past 7 years. One evening, Maria decided to drive home from the bar and was pulled over by the police. The policeman performed certain tests and determined that she was driving over the legal alcohol limit. Maria was arrested and charged with Operating While Under the Influence. Maria eventually plead guilty and was given a fine. She did not spend any time in jail. Maria paid the fine. Photo Source: http://temkey.com
Possession of Marijuana under 30 grams for personal use More Priority 2 Crimes… Public Intoxication Simple Assault or Disorderly Conduct Trespass NOT Traffic Tickets
Immigration Priority Example Jules is originally from Montreal, Canada. On July 17, 2014, Jules successfully crossed the United States-Canada border without entering through an immigration crossing point. On February 20, 2015, Jules was pulled over by a policeman. The policeman let ICE know about Jules’s undocumented status. Jules cannot provide proof that he has been in the United States since January 1, 2014. Photo Source: http://www.telegraph.co.uk
Received an Order of Removal on or after January 1, 2014 Priority 3
Other Immigration Options • Provisional Waivers • Parole in Place
*Volunteer Tip* Photo Source: http://www.appointy.co.uk
DAPADeferred Action for Parents of Americans Photo Source: http://imgarcade.com
Limits Benefits Not a green card or visa 3 year protection from removal Not a path to a green card or citizenship Travel Abroad Social Security Number Work Permit USCIS has discretion to grant or deny DAPA Driver’s License
Iowa Driver’s Licenses Photo Source: http://logocurio.us
Parent of a U.S. citizen or green card holder on or before November 20, 2014 Who is eligible for DAPA? Continuous residence since January 1, 2010 Physically present in the U.S. on November 20, 2014 No lawful immigration status on November 20, 2014 Not an enforcement priority
Are you a parent of a U.S. citizen or does your child have a green card? Photo Source: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com; http://quora.com
Photo Source: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com; http://quora.com
2. Have you lived in the U.S. since January 1, 2010? Photo Source: www.clipartbest.com
*Volunteer Tip* • Removal (Deportation) • (Final Order of Removal) • Expedited Removal • (Final Order of Removal) • Voluntary Departure • Voluntary Return Photo Source:http://www.shutterstock.com
Continuous Residence Example Ana is originally from Honduras. She crossed the United States border in January of 2007 without passing through an immigration check point. Ana settled in Iowa and was pulled over for speeding in January of 2010. Law enforcement reported Ana to immigration and she was given the option of voluntary departure. Ana took the voluntary departure, left the United States in March of 2010, and returned to Honduras. Ana reentered the United States in June of 2010. Photo Source: http://www.hispanolawgroup.com/
3. Were you in the U.S. on November 20, 2014? Photo Source: http://de.123rf.com
4. Did you lack lawful immigration status on November 20, 2014? Photo Source: http://www.f1studentnetwork.com
Lawful Status Example Samir is originally from Sudan. He came to the United States in January of 2008 on a temporary work visa. Samir’s work visa expired on December 15, 2014. Is Samir eligible for DAPA? Photo Source: http://www.shaheen.senate.gov
*Plus, you cannot fall into one of the priorities Photo Source: https://www.fotolia.com; http://politic365.com
Application available in the future I think I am eligible for DAPA! How do I apply? Start saving the $465 fee Start collecting required documents
#1: Proof of your Identity Photo Source: http://www.psdgraphics.com; http://www.lpcrlaw.com; http://en.wikipedia.org
#2: Proof you are a parent to your child *Make sure your name is on the birth certificate. Photo Source: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com
#3: Proof your child is a U.S. citizen or has a green card Photo Source: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com; http://quora.com
#4: Proof you have lived in the U.S. since January 1, 2010 Bank Statements! Leases or mortgages Money Orders Photo Source: http://www.prodevmedia.com; http://www.simplifyem.com
More examples… • Vaccination records • School records for you or your children • Passport (for certain individuals) • Affidavits from community members Photo Source: http://cycug.com; http://traveleman.tk
If you entered the U.S. on a temporary visa… Photo Source: http://in.rbth.com
#5: Court records or immigration records • Citations or tickets • Court orders finding you guilty, not guilty, or dismissing charges • Court orders sentencing you to jail, a fine, probation, parole, or treatment • Probation or parole documents • Court orders expunging your record Photo Source:http://www.docstoc.com
*Volunteer Tip* Photo Source: http://witbanknews.co.za
DACA: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Photo Source: http://www.techgeniussolutions.com
Old DACA New DACA No age limit Under age 31 as of 6/15/12 Deferred action and work permit for 2 years Deferred action and work permit for 3 years Entered before 6/15/07 and have no status as of 6/15/12 Entered before 1/1/10 and have no status as of 11/20/14 Lived continuously in the U.S. since 1/1/10 Lived continuously in the U.S. since 6/15/07