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1 The New Immigration Relief Programs In Iowa Photo Source: http://www.clker.com

2 President Obama’s November 20, 2014 Address http://www.tubechop.com/watch/5367594http://www.tubechop.com/watch/5367594 English http://www.tubechop.com/watch/5367763http://www.tubechop.com/watch/5367763 Spanish Photo source: https://www.youtube.com /watch?v=k4KEiz1j_sA

3 What is Administrative Relief / Executive Action? Photo Source: http://www.cagle.com

4 Recent Injunction Photo Source: http://168opportunities.com

5 Today’s Presentation 1)Priorities 2) DAPA 3) DACA Photo source: http://www.georgiosioannou.info

6 Enforcement Priorities Priority 1 Felonies Gang Activity National Security People stopped at the border on or after January 1, 2015 (applies for people now living in Iowa) Priority 2 Certain significant misdemeanors Multiple misdemeanors Persons who unlawfully entered the U.S. and cannot prove continuous presence since January 1, 2014 Abuse the visa or visa waiver program Priority 3 Order of removal on or after January 1, 2014

7 Examples of Priority 1 Crimes Burglary + 1 year jail sentence Theft + 1 year jail sentence Crimes or Violence + 1 year jail sentence Forgery or receiving stolen property + 1 year jail sentence Any felony in Iowa Sexual Abuse of a Minor Drug Distribution or Trafficking Firearms Distribution or Trafficking Obstruction of Justice + 1 year jail sentence Deceit or Fraud of $10,000 or more

8 Priority 2 Crimes Domestic Violence or Assault Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Unlawful Possession or Use of a Firearm Burglary Drug Trafficking or Distribution Driving Under the Influence (DUI or OWI) Any offense with a jail sentence of 90 days or more (actually served)

9 More Priority 2 Crimes… Public Intoxication Simple Assault or Disorderly Conduct Possession of Marijuana under 30 grams for personal use Trespass NOT Traffic Tickets

10 Priority 3 Received an Order of Removal on or after January 1, 2014

11 Please talk to an immigration attorney or BIA Representative if you have any questions. Photo Source: http://immigrationlawyer-dc.com

12 Other Immigration Options Provisional WaiverParole-in-Place Photo Source: http://www.ilgrp.com; http://www.visapolicy.com

13 DAPA Deferred Action for Parents of Americans Photo Source: http://imgarcade.com

14 Benefits Limits Not a green card or visa Not a path to a green card or citizenship USCIS has discretion to grant or deny DAPA Driver’s License Social Security Number Work Permit Travel Abroad 3 year protection from removal

15 Iowa Driver’s Licenses Photo Source: http://logocurio.us

16 Who is eligible for DAPA? Parent of a U.S. citizen or green card holder on or before November 20, 2014 Continuous residence since January 1, 2010 Physically present in the U.S. on November 20, 2014 No lawful immigration status on November 20, 2014 Not an enforcement priority

17 1. Are you a parent of a U.S. citizen or does your child have a green card? Photo Source: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com; http://quora.com

18 2. Have you lived in the U.S. since January 1, 2010? Photo Source: www.clipartbest.com

19 3. Were you in the U.S. on November 20, 2014? Photo Source: http://de.123rf.com

20 4. Did you have lawful immigration status November 20, 2014? Photo Source: http://www.f1studentnetwork.com

21 *Plus, you cannot fall into one of the priorities Photo Source: https://www.fotolia.com; http://politic365.com

22 I think I am eligible for DAPA! How do I apply? Application available in the future Start saving the $465 fee Start collecting required documents

23 Documents you may need to apply for DAPA Photo Source: http://www.immigrationdirect.com

24 #1: Proof of your Identity Photo Source: http://www.psdgraphics.com; http://www.lpcrlaw.com; http://en.wikipedia.org

25 #2: Proof you are a parent to your child *Make sure your name is on the birth certificate. Photo Source: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com

26 #3: Proof your child is a U.S. citizen or has a green card Photo Source: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com; http://quora.com

27 #4: Proof you have lived in the U.S. since January 1, 2010 Bank Statements!Leases or mortgages Money Orders Photo Source: http://www.prodevmedia.com; http://www.simplifyem.com

28 More examples… Vaccination records School records for you or your children Passport (for certain individuals) Affidavits from community members Photo Source: http://cycug.com; http://traveleman.tk

29 If you entered the U.S. on a temporary visa… Photo Source: http://in.rbth.com

30 #5: Court records or immigration records Citations or tickets Court orders finding you guilty, not guilty, or dismissing charges Court orders sentencing you to jail, a fine, probation, parole, or treatment Probation or parole documents Court orders expunging your record Must be certified Photo Source: http://www.docstoc.com

31 DACA: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Photo Source: http://www.techgeniussolutions.com

32 Old DACA Under age 31 as of 6/15/12 Deferred action and work permit for 2 years New DACA No age limit Deferred action and work permit for 3 years Entered before 6/15/07 and have no status as of 6/15/12 Lived continuously in the U.S. since 1/1/10 Entered before 1/1/10 and have no status as of 11/20/14 Lived continuously in the U.S. since 6/15/07

33 Benefits 3 year protection from removal Travel Abroad Work Permit Social Security Number Driver’s License Limits Not a green card or visa Not a path to a green card or citizenship USCIS has discretion to grant or deny DACA

34 Who is eligible for DACA? Entered the U.S. before age 16 Continuous residence since January 1, 2010 Physically present in the U.S. on November 20, 2014 No lawful immigration status on November 20, 2014 High school student, high school graduate, or military member Graduated, GED, in high school, or in the U.S. Armed Forces Over 15 years old when applying Not an enforcement priority

35 1.Did you come to the U.S. before your 16 th Birthday? Photo Source: http://2015mothersday.com

36 2. Have you lived in the U.S. since January 1, 2010? Photo Source: www.clipartbest.com

37 3. Were you in the U.S. on November 20, 2014? Photo Source: http://de.123rf.com

38 4. Did you have lawful immigration status on November 20, 2014? Photo Source: http://www.f1studentnetwork.com

39 5. Do you meet the education or military requirements? ❏ Current high school student ❏ High school graduate ❏ GED program ❏ Career training program ❏ Current or former U.S. military member Photo Source: http://latism.org

40 6. Are you over 15 years old? Photo Source: http://www.shutterstock.com

41 *Plus, you cannot fall into one of the priorities Photo Source: https://www.fotolia.com; http://politic365.com

42 I think I am eligible for new DACA! How do I apply? Application will be available in the future Start saving for the $465 fee Start collecting the required documents

43 Documents You may need to apply for DACA Photo Source: http://www.immigrationdirect.com

44 #1: Proof of your identity Photo Source: http://brainstormidsupply.com; http://www.in.gov

45 #2: Proof of Entry Before 16 th Birthday Photo Source: http://cycug.coml

46 #3: Proof you have lived in the U.S. since January 1, 2010 Bank StatementsLeases or mortgages Money Orders Photo Source: http://www.prodevmedia.com; http://www.simplifyem.com; http://www.anthraxinvestigation.com

47 More examples… Vaccination records School record Passport (for certain individuals) Written statements from community members Photo Source: http://cycug.com; http://traveleman.tk

48 Court records or immigration records Citations or tickets Court orders finding you guilty, not guilty, or dismissing charges Court orders sentencing you to jail, a fine, probation, parole, or treatment Probation or parole documents Court orders expunging your record Must be certified Photo Source: http://www.docstoc.com

49 Renewal Met initial DACA guidelines Did not leave the U.S. on or after Aug. 15, 2012 without advance parole Continuously resided in U.S. since getting DACA approved Not an enforcement priority

50 Don’t Pay Anyone for the DAPA or DACA Form! Photo Source: www.stopnotariofraud.org/: http://www.elmundoboston.com

51 Final Reminders Don’t leave the U.S. before applying or while your application is processed! Photo Source: http://c.ymcdn.com/sites/www.nfrccommunity.org

52 Iowa Driver’s Licenses Photo Source: http://logocurio.us; http://wcash.org

53 Thank You!


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