According to a new report by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, more illegal immigrants have been deported this fiscal year than ever before- nearly 400,000 individuals.
About 55% of deportees have been convicted of serious crimes. More than 80,000 were convicted of drug-related crimes, nearly 1000 found guilty of homicide, and 5800 were sex offenders. Additionally, approximately two thirds had crossed the border illegally more than once.
The Obama administration has currently put deportations on hold while it individually reviews more than 300,000 deportation cases involving dangerous criminals. Cases involving people believed to be a threat to national security and repeat offenders are given top priority versus those considered low-risk.
If you or someone you love is interested in obtaining either an immigrant or nonimmigrant visa, contact the Spring deportation lawyers of Garg & Associates by calling 281-362-2865 today.