{"id":8056,"date":"2023-02-13T12:27:07","date_gmt":"2023-02-13T17:27:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/?p=8056"},"modified":"2023-03-31T12:29:42","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T17:29:42","slug":"what-is-cancellation-of-removal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/what-is-cancellation-of-removal\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Cancellation of Removal?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stop_Missouri_Deportation_Proceedings_Immediately\"><\/span><b>Stop Missouri Deportation Proceedings Immediately!<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6629e71077b24\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6629e71077b24\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/what-is-cancellation-of-removal\/#Stop_Missouri_Deportation_Proceedings_Immediately\" title=\"Stop Missouri Deportation Proceedings Immediately!\">Stop Missouri Deportation Proceedings Immediately!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/what-is-cancellation-of-removal\/#What_is_Cancellation_of_Removal\" title=\"What is Cancellation of Removal?\">What is Cancellation of Removal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/what-is-cancellation-of-removal\/#Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Who_Is_Qualified_in_St_Charles_MO_for_Removal_Cancellation\" title=\"Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Who Is Qualified in St. Charles, MO for Removal Cancellation?\">Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Who Is Qualified in St. Charles, MO for Removal Cancellation?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/what-is-cancellation-of-removal\/#Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Proving_Your_Eligibility_for_Removal_Cancellation_Is_Your_Responsibility_or_%E2%80%9CBurden%E2%80%9D\" title=\"Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Proving Your Eligibility for Removal Cancellation Is Your Responsibility or &#8220;Burden&#8221;\">Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Proving Your Eligibility for Removal Cancellation Is Your Responsibility or &#8220;Burden&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/what-is-cancellation-of-removal\/#Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Satisfying_the_Ten-Year_Residency_Requirement_for_Removal_Cancellation\" title=\"Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Satisfying the Ten-Year Residency Requirement for Removal Cancellation\">Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Satisfying the Ten-Year Residency Requirement for Removal Cancellation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/what-is-cancellation-of-removal\/#Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Satisfying_the_%E2%80%9CQualifying_Relative%E2%80%9D_Criteria_for_Removal_Cancellation\" title=\"Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Satisfying the &#8220;Qualifying Relative&#8221; 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Don&#8217;t panic! Gateway Immigration Law Firm is here to help you understand your options including cancellation of removal. What is cancellation of removal? This article will explain what it is and how the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missouri immigration attorneys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Gateway Immigration Law Firm can help you stay in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Cancellation_of_Removal\"><\/span><b>What is Cancellation of Removal?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/uscode.house.gov\/view.xhtml?req=granuleid%3AUSC-prelim-title8-section1229b&amp;num=0&amp;edition=prelim\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancellation of removal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a type of assistance, sometimes known as a waiver of deportability, available to non-U.S. citizens in St. Charles, Missouri who are facing deportation proceedings. Those whose applications were approved can legally remain in the United States because an immigration court canceled their deportation. Only an immigration judge has the authority to award removal cancellation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both <\/span><b>lawful permanent residents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/mapping-immigration-legal-permanent-residents-lprs#:~:text=Legal%20permanent%20residents%20(LPRs)%20are,and%20%22green%20card%20holders.%22\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LPRs, those who have a green card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and <\/span><b>nonresidents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/pages\/attachments\/2015\/07\/24\/eoir42b.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">non-LPRs; those who do not have a green card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) of St. Charles, Missouri can request for cancellation of removal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Who_Is_Qualified_in_St_Charles_MO_for_Removal_Cancellation\"><\/span><b>Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Who Is Qualified in St. Charles, MO for Removal Cancellation?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have been present physically in the United States for 10 years straight prior to the issue date of the Notice to Appear;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have been present physically in the United States for 10 years straight prior to the issue date of the Notice to Appear;\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have never been convicted of any crime that would render them inadmissible;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their US citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child will experience exceptional and extraordinary difficulty if they were to be removed from the US.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Proving_Your_Eligibility_for_Removal_Cancellation_Is_Your_Responsibility_or_%E2%80%9CBurden%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><b>Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Proving Your Eligibility for Removal Cancellation Is Your Responsibility or &#8220;Burden&#8221;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proving that you are eligible for cancellation of removal is your responsibility. It\u2019s a <\/span><b>remedy that is discretionary<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, meaning that even if all the requirements are met, the judge may still decide whether you deserve a cancellation or not. Therefore, it\u2019s essential to demonstrate that you\u2019re sincere, honest, and deserving to live in the United States and obtain a green card.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To convince the judge, it is important to provide much evidence to prove that you satisfy the basic requirements as well as deserve cancellation of removal. If there\u2019s an issue in your immigration case that could make you disqualified or make the immigration judge reject your request, it is advisable to consult an immigration lawyer. It is also recommended to seek legal assistance for help in completing your application and preparing your supporting documents.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Satisfying_the_Ten-Year_Residency_Requirement_for_Removal_Cancellation\"><\/span><b>Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Satisfying the Ten-Year Residency Requirement for Removal Cancellation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be eligible for non-LPR cancellation, it needs to be demonstrated that you were <\/span><b>continuously and physically in the U.S. for a period of 10 or more years. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An exception to this is if you completed 2 years of active service in the armed forces of the United States, wherein those 2 years are sufficient alone to meet the required length of time for a non-LPR cancellation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your arrival date in the U.S. marks the start of the 10-year &#8220;clock.&#8221; The arrival date does not need to be your most recent arrival. Your arrival date could be the date you &#8220;moved&#8221; to the U.S., provided that you don\u2019t have any single absence from the United States that exceed 90 days, or several absences accumulating to more than 180 days after that. These absences would reset the clock. As such, you would need to start accruing 10 years again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The clock will also stop when you either receive an NTA (Notice to Appear) in immigration court for the removal proceedings or if you commit specific types of crime. Additionally, if you leave the United States voluntarily, the clock can also stop. Written declarations and testimony from others who know you well can be sufficient to prove 10 years of US residence. But, if there is any documentation of your residences in the U.S., such as rental receipts, pay stubs, credit card bills, and others, it is recommended that you present them to the immigration court.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Satisfying_the_%E2%80%9CQualifying_Relative%E2%80%9D_Criteria_for_Removal_Cancellation\"><\/span><b>Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Satisfying the &#8220;Qualifying Relative&#8221; Criteria for Removal Cancellation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to be eligible for cancellation of removal under I.N.A. (Immigration and Nationality Act) <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/uscode.house.gov\/view.xhtml?req=granuleid%3AUSC-prelim-title8-section1229b&amp;num=0&amp;edition=prelim\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a7 240A(b)(1)(D)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an undocumented immigrant should have family who is a &#8220;spouse, child, or parent&#8221; and &#8220;a U.S. citizen or a foreigner lawfully admitted for permanent residence.&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re relying on your child, the legal definition of a &#8220;child,&#8221; found in <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/uscode.house.gov\/view.xhtml?req=granuleid%3AUSC-prelim-title8-section1101&amp;num=0&amp;edition=prelim\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I.N.A. Section 101(b)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, must be considered. This definition states that your child has to be below 21 years old and unmarried, which immigration courts have interpreted as meaning it applies at the time that the immigration judge makes a decision on the case (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.ca9.uscourts.gov\/datastore\/opinions\/2016\/10\/20\/15-71931.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mendez-Garcia v. Lynch, 10\/20\/2016<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is unfortunate because this means that the court proceedings must be completed before the child turns 21, which can be difficult due to the backlog of cases in immigration courts. It may take more than a single hearing date to reach the end of cross-examination and testimony by the government\u2019s attorney, after which a decision must be issued by the judge or soon after that.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Satisfying_the_%E2%80%9CExtremely_and_Exceptionally_Unusual_Hardship%E2%80%9D_Criteria_for_Cancellation_of_Removal\"><\/span><b>Non-LPR (Non-Residents): Satisfying the &#8220;Extremely and Exceptionally Unusual Hardship&#8221; Criteria for Cancellation of Removal<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All removal causes hardship, and to be eligible for non-LPR cancellation, the hardship of the U.S. citizen relative should be &#8220;extremely and exceptionally unusual.&#8221; It\u2019s not enough to demonstrate that an LPR or U.S. citizen relative will suffer physically, emotionally, and financially. The applicant needs to show proof that the qualifying relative will suffer hardship to a degree beyond what is expected when a close family is deported.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of this could include a young child&#8217;s serious illness and a scarcity of available medical treatment in the home country of the undocumented immigrant, a long history of residing in the United States, children who do not know how to speak their native language, and no support structure in their home country.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-LPR_Non-Residents_Satisfying_the_%E2%80%9CGood_Moral_Character%E2%80%9D_Criteria_for_Cancellation_of_Removal\"><\/span><b>Non-LPR (Non-Residents):<\/b> <b>Satisfying the &#8220;Good Moral Character&#8221; Criteria for Cancellation of Removal<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A judge will reject an application for non-LPR cancellation if the applicant lacks &#8220;good moral character,&#8221; which must be demonstrated over a period of ten years. However, the clock does not stop when an applicant undergoes removal proceedings, and the foreign national is allowed to count backward from the judge&#8217;s decision in the case, or even the Board of Immigration Appeals (B.I.A.)&#8217;s decision if the case goes to an appeal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positive factors that can be used to demonstrate good moral character include steady employment,\u00a0 commitment to family, volunteer work, and rehabilitation after any crimes. However, applicants are permanently barred from establishing good moral character if they have been convicted of an aggravated felony or murder after November 29, 1990, or have been involved in genocide, persecution, torture, or severe violations of religious freedom.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there are negative factors in a case, such as criminal convictions that can make someone ineligible for non-LPR cancellation, it is recommended that you speak to our St. Charles, Missouri immigration attorney. Immigrating to the US or returning after a felony conviction can have a major effect on your immigration status. Therefore, it is important to seek the advice of an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/immigration\/ice-enforcement\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ICE enforcement attorney<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you with your pending immigration case.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPRGreen_Card_Holder_Who_Is_Qualified_in_St_Charles_MO_for_Removal_Cancellation\"><\/span><b>LPR\/Green Card Holder: Who Is Qualified in St. Charles, MO for Removal Cancellation?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even <\/span><b>lawful permanent residents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/immigration\/get-a-green-card\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">green card holders<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) face removal proceedings and, eventually, deportation. Convictions for specific crimes are a prevalent way for a lawful permanent resident to become undesirable and\/or deportable, resulting in a removal proceeding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re a lawful permanent resident of St. Charles, Missouri, and are facing deportation, you&#8217;re potentially qualified for cancellation of removal. This relief is only accessible to those appearing in Immigration Court in front of an immigration judge. It enables you to keep your green card. Yet, in order for you to have success, you must show that you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have been a legal permanent U.S. resident for a minimum of 5 years prior to filing the application<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have continuously lived in the United States for a minimum of 7 years following admission under any status and prior to the &#8220;stop-time rule&#8221; being invoked<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haven&#8217;t been convicted of a serious felony<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have also not previously received cancellation of removal or 212(c) relief and, as a matter of discretion, deserve to win your case and retain your green card<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPRGreen_Card_Holder_How_a_Lawful_Permanent_Resident_in_St_Charles_MO_Can_Apply_for_Cancellation_of_Removal\"><\/span><b>LPR\/Green Card Holder: How a Lawful Permanent Resident in St. Charles, MO Can Apply for Cancellation of Removal<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After it has been determined that you satisfy the basic qualifying criteria for applying for cancellation of removal for an LPR (lawful permanent resident), you must file and submit your case to the Immigration Court. The decision on whether you will get to keep your green card or be ordered removed will be made by the Immigration Judge.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPRGreen_Card_Holder_Understanding_the_Requirements_for_Cancellation_of_Removal\"><\/span><b>LPR\/Green Card Holder: Understanding the Requirements for Cancellation of Removal\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To file for cancellation of removal for LPRs, you must accomplish and submit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.gov\/eoir\/page\/file\/904286\/download\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">form EOIR-42A<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You must complete this form and provide details about your family, your stay in the US, and yourself. It is necessary to be very accurate when filling out the form, as any discrepancies could lead to a denial of your application.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, Part 7 of the form contains a lot of questions answerable by yes and no that is designed to find out if your removal is eligible for cancellation. If you think one of the questions answer is a &#8220;yes,&#8221; it is best to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/immigration\/family-immigration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> consult with a Missouri immigration attorney before you submit your application<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a filing fee for both form EOIR 42A and biometrics. All these fees can change, so it is important to check the US Department of Justice <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.gov\/eoir\/list-downloadable-eoir-forms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website\u2019s forms page<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before you file your application to know the most recent fee information. Applicants above 14 years of age need to show up for their biometrics appointment to be fingerprinted before the merits hearing in the Immigration Court.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, applicants should be aware that they may be required to provide additional documentation or evidence in support of their application. An <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/immigration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">immigration lawyer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Gateway Immigration Law Firm can help you understand what documents are necessary and how to submit them properly. Book an appointment now!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPRGreen_Card_Holder_Gather_Evidence_to_Strengthen_Your_Request_for_the_Cancellation_of_Your_Removal\"><\/span><b>LPR\/Green Card Holder: Gather Evidence to Strengthen Your Request for the Cancellation of Your Removal<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your responsibility as an applicant is to prove that you\u2019re eligible and should be granted cancellation of removal. You must provide proof of:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having lawfully and permanently resided in the United States for a minimum of 5 years when filing the application<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having continuously lived in the United States for a minimum of 7 years after having been admitted in any status and before the &#8220;stop-time rule&#8221; is triggered\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never been convicted of an aggravated felony\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never before received cancellation of removal or a 212(c) relief, and are deserving of a favorable decision based on discretion.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several criteria can sometimes be proven simultaneously using the same set of documents. Furthermore, the government will be able to identify whether you have previously been convicted of an aggravated felony or have previously been involved in a\u00a0 removal process after reviewing your biometric information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a history of crime, you should get official dispositions of all your arrests to show that you have not been convicted of any aggravated felony. It&#8217;s also strongly advised that you get legal advice before conducting this analysis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPRGreen_Card_Holder_Establish_an_Incontestable_Paper_Trail_of_Continuous_US_Residency\"><\/span><b>LPR\/Green Card Holder: Establish an Incontestable Paper Trail of Continuous U.S. Residency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to establish that you lawfully and permanently resided in the United States for a minimum of 5 years and have continuously maintained 7 years of residence, you must provide documentary evidence. This evidence can take the form of photocopies of your green card, Form I-94 Arrival\/Departure document, marriage certificates, birth certificates of children born in the United States, transcripts of federal income tax, receipts, leases\/deeds, employment records, school records, medical records, notarized affidavits from people who know you well, and many more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, digital data such as location records from social media platforms like Facebook or proof of rides with ride-sharing services like Lyft or Uber can be used to support your claim.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LPRGreen_Card_Holder_Prove_Your_Worthiness_for_the_Judges_Use_of_Discretion\"><\/span><b>LPR\/Green Card Holder: Prove Your Worthiness for the Judge&#8217;s Use of Discretion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When applying for cancellation of removal, it is essential for lawful permanent residents to provide evidence that they meet basic eligibility requirements. The major part of the hearing will focus on determining whether you should or should not be allowed to keep your green card, and the Immigration Judge has a large amount of latitude in making this decision.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Judge will take into account any negative factors in your immigration case, such as the nature of the underlying grounds of your removal, any immigration violations committed, and any criminal record.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, they will consider humanitarian factors such as family connections in the United States, hardship to you and your family members in the event that you will be deported, community ties, employment history, business ties, length of stay in the United States, and any proof of rehabilitation. It is also beneficial to have family and friends testify on your behalf in the merits hearing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although the cancellation of removal can only be granted one time, immigration judges are usually lenient in granting it. However, it is important to present a solid case to avoid an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ice.gov\/remove\/removal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Order of Removal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Legal_Help_for_Your_Deportation\"><\/span><b>Get Legal Help for Your Deportation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a person is in immigration court, having an attorney on their side can be critical. Although it is not a requirement, the United States government has its own lawyer pressing for your deportation. If you don&#8217;t have your own attorney to help you in presenting the evidence and legal arguments in favor of your case, you will be at a disadvantage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gateway Immigration Law Firm in St. Charles, Missouri can provide the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayimmigrationlaw.com\/immigration\/us-citizenship\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">legal help<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you need. We specialize in immigration law and can help you understand what is cancellation of removal and how to apply for it.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stop Missouri Deportation Proceedings Immediately! Are you facing deportation in St. Charles, Missouri? Don&#8217;t panic! Gateway Immigration Law Firm is here to help you understand your options including cancellation of removal. What is cancellation of removal? 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