Immigrant Criminal Defense in Utah
If you are not a U.S. citizen, getting caught with a fake ID can have a serious impact on your immigration status. Without knowledgeable representation, you can be deported and barred from re-entering the U.S., or lose your permanent residency.
Certain crimes have both criminal penalties and immigration penalties, and your lawyer must understand and protect you from all the consequences. Keen Law Offices, LLC, is an immigration law practice with experience representing immigrants accused of crimes. Our goal is to prevent deportation and avoid or limit jail or prison.
Our experienced lawyers provide strong criminal defense and smart immigration advice to non-U.S. citizens charged with crimes in Orem, Provo, Salt Lake City and throughout Utah. Contact us today to find out where you stand.
Fraud, Forgery or Theft Crimes
Immigration law lists certain crimes as aggravated felonies, meaning that you will likely be deported and permanently barred from re-entry, sometimes after serving your jail or prison sentence.
The Department of Homeland Security also considers certain offenses to be crimes of moral turpitude — a reflection on your character as a potential American citizen. A conviction can lead to removal, banishment from the U.S. permanently or for up to 10 years and no chance of becoming a permanent resident. Or it can result in stripping you of your temporary visa or green card.
Keen Law Offices has defended immigrants on aggravated felony charges and moral turpitude crimes, including:
- Shoplifting and other thefts
- Bad checks and check forgery
- Credit card theft/identity theft
- Fake driver's license or Social Security card
- Forged immigration documents
- Burglary or robbery
- Auto theft
- Mail fraud, wire fraud, bank fraud, mortgage fraud
- Marriage fraud to obtain entry into the U.S.
Our experienced lawyers have represented many illegal immigrants who bought fake IDs or stolen Social Security numbers to obtain employment or housing. We have also represented many legal immigrants who face jail and deportation for buying stolen credit card numbers on the street.
Even a crime that is otherwise a misdemeanor can be considered an aggravated felony for immigration purposes. We know the criminal justice system in Utah and how immigration laws are applied in these cases. Our lawyers work with prosecutors to structure a plea that can help avoid deportation and, if possible, avoids jail time and a criminal conviction.
You need attorneys who know the consequences of fraud or theft charges and act fast to limit the damage. Call us toll free at 866-298-9275. We have Spanish and Portuguese speakers on staff and welcome foreign nationals from any country.
