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.

Despite popular belief, deferred action cannot be equated to temporary residency. It cannot also lead to citizenship or permanent residency once granted. What it does is give legal recognition to the presence of an illegal immigrant and delay their prosecution to a later date. It is important to note that a person will still be considered an illegal immigrant, but cannot be deported until a later date.

For an application for deferred action to be approved, the applicant must prove that he or she was continuously present in the United States for the 24 months leading up to the enactment of the Dreamers Act. On June 15, 2012, applicants must have been less than 31 years old in order to qualify. They must have also been minors during entry for them to qualify.

Lawmakers had the interests of the public in mind when formulating the Dreamers Act. For this reason, the immigration, national security and citizenship departments have to make sure that a person does not pose any threat to public safety when processing applicants.

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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