Federal immigration authorities took rapper 21 Savage into custody on Sunday, February 3, 2019. According to officials of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Savage had overstayed his visa by more than 10 years and had been convicted of drug charges in 2014. 21 Savage was nominated for a Grammy award this year but was unable to attend the ceremony because of his detention by ICE. Sources close to the rapper indicate that 21 Savage applied for a U Visa in 2017. Backlogs and delays in the immigration system, however, may have delayed the issuance of this visa for the popular musician.
Savage Accused of Overstaying His Visa
A statement released by ICE indicated that 21 Savage, also known as Sha Yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, is a citizen of the United Kingdom and entered the country legally in 2005. He failed to depart the U.S. in accordance with the terms of his visa, which expired in July 2006. Since that time, he has been in violation of federal immigration law. ICE also noted that 21 Savage was convicted of felony drug charges in October 2014. Savage has been detained in Georgia while deportation proceedings begin against him.
The Right Representation for Immigration Cases
Savage is reportedly working with an attorney to resolve his visa issues and to ensure that he can remain in the U.S. to pursue his career. For immigrants in our area, retaining the services of a qualified Orlando immigration lawyer can be a good first step toward dealing with visa overstays and navigating the legal system successfully. Your Orlando immigration lawyer can provide you with the proven solutions needed to remain in the U.S. and to obtain a green card or other visa for yourself and your family members.
U Visa | Orlando Immigration Lawyer
If you need help from a qualified and experienced Orlando immigration lawyer, Pozo Goldstein has two former immigration prosecutors and a former judge on our team. These experienced and knowledgeable immigration attorneys can provide you with the right options for your case and your set of needs. Give us a call today at 407-956-4359 to schedule an initial in-office consultation with one of our legal team. At Pozo Goldstein, we look forward to the opportunity to serve you.
