mercredi 29 janvier 2014

What You Did Not Know About DACA

By Serena Price


DACA became a law on 15th of June, 2012, after the Dreamers Act was passed. The full meaning of the acronym is deferred action for childhood arrivals. The law affects millions of illegal aliens who live in the United States. While some people did not welcome the decision to defer action on some illegal immigrants, there are many people who thought it was a wise decision to delay deportation of individuals who are engaged in constructive activities in the U. S.

Some people assume that the Dreamers Act applies to all illegal immigrants. The truth is that only a few of them qualify. This is because there are very many conditions and requirements that applicants must satisfy. For instance, applicants must have arrived in the U. S before they marked their 16th birthday. Furthermore, the date of entry must have been before the law was passed.

Many people do not have a clear understanding of what DACA really is. There are those who think that it's some form of temporary permit that leads to permanent residency. Others think that it is a pathway to citizenship. Well, the truth is that DACA is neither of these. It is simply deferral of removal action. In other words, the illegal immigrant must be removed, but there is no hurry to deport him or her.

For an application for deferred action to be approved, the applicant must prove that he or she was continuously present in the United States for the 24 months leading up to the enactment of the Dreamers Act. On June 15, 2012, applicants must have been less than 31 years old in order to qualify. They must have also been minors during entry for them to qualify.

Lawmakers had the interests of the public in mind when formulating the Dreamers Act. For this reason, the immigration, national security and citizenship departments have to make sure that a person does not pose any threat to public safety when processing applicants.

During formulation of the Dreamers Act, lawmakers noted that there are some individuals who may have entered the country while still very young, but have pursuing their dream of having a better life. The lawmakers were of the opinion that these individuals should not be prosecuted. Instead, they should be given a chance to pursue their dreams in America.

The government may demand a number of documents to accompany each application. The first may be school transcripts and proof of nationality. Applicants will also be required to produce evidence of their continuous stay in the United States. Proof of identity will also be required. Applicants are advised to always be truthful and forthcoming when answering questions.

Deferred action through DACA can only be granted for two years. When this period lapses, the applicant can decide to seek extension, get a study or work visa, or go back to their home country. An immigration attorney can give applicants the information and guidance needed to get an application for deferred action approved.




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