As immigrant children are being reunited with their parents in compliance with a court order issued on June 26, 2018, by U.S. District Court Judge Dana Sabraw, some organizations have voiced concerns that these reunions may be a prelude to mass deportations of both parents and children without further consideration of their requests for asylum. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has been open about its apprehensions on behalf of these vulnerable individuals and their prospects for fair treatment after being reunited as families. This is due in part to the abysmal track record of federal agencies in providing fair treatment to immigrants in detention and pending deportation proceedings.

A Failure to Provide Due Process

Many of the parents who initially were separated from their children were given false or misleading information about what was happening. Some parents were told their children were being taken for a bath. Even after separation, federal agents have reportedly told parents that they could be reunited with their children if they agreed to deportation proceedings. While the deportation process was initiated for some of these parents, the return of their children did not occur. In some cases, detainees were provided information about their legal rights in printed English despite the fact that they could not read these materials and had no translator to assist them.

Why the Right Legal Support Matters

Without the help of an Orlando immigration lawyer, undocumented individuals and families may be unable to defend themselves against the harsh and, in some cases, unlawful actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Border Patrol and other federal agencies. The services provided by a qualified Orlando immigration lawyer can make the difference between achieving the right to remain in the U.S. legally and detention and deportation by federal agents.

For those in need of a qualified and experienced Orlando immigration lawyer, the professional legal team at Pozo Goldstein can provide the most accurate guidance and support possible. We work with you and your family to determine the most effective strategies for your specific case. Our team consists of dedicated legal professionals and includes two former immigration prosecutors and a former judge. Call our offices today at 407-956-4359 to schedule a free in-office consultation with our legal team. We look forward to the opportunity to help you resolve your immigration difficulties and to stay in this country legally.