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Immigrants & Immigration

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Deportation and Removal Proceedings

Removal proceedings are cases in immigration court. People are put in removal proceedings if the US government believes they are not here legally or cannot stay here legally. Deportation is the US government removing an immigrant from the country. Learn more here.

Removal proceedings and deportation basics
Learn more about what removal proceedings are, who can be deported, what to expect in immigration court, and possible legal options.
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Getting relief in immigration court common questions
Learn about legal remedies that a person might be able to argue in immigration court to defend themselves from deportation.
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Going to immigration court common questions
Learn about what to expect when going to the Chicago immigration court, what to bring, the people at court like interpreters, and what help is available at the court.
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Removal proceedings and deportation common questions
Learn about how a person gets put in removal proceedings, what makes someone at risk for being put in immigration court, and where to find help.
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Self-deportation and voluntary departure common questions
Learn about the difference between self-deportation and voluntary departure and how getting one or the other would affect someone's immigration case and future immigration possibilities.
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After a removal (deportation) order common questions
Learn what happens after someone receives a removal order from an immigration judge, and what to expect while waiting for deportation.
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Immigration resource guide for advocates in 2025
List of current resources for advocates helping detained and non-detained immigrants.
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How does being charged with a crime affect immigration?
Explains being charged with a crime, found guilty of a crime, and juvenile offenses' influence on an immigration case.
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Green card: deportation and inadmissibility
Learn the main reasons non-citizens may be ineligible for a green card, including health issues, crimes, security risks, fraud, illegal entry, or deportation history.
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Filing a writ of habeas corpus
Steps to file a writ of habeas corpus to challenge why you are in prison.
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VAWA Cancellation of Removal
Violence Against Women Act ("VAWA") cancellation of removal is for abused immigrants who are in removal proceedings. This will cancel the removal or deportation of an applicant and grant the applicant lawful permanent residence.
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