Record Number of Deportations in 2012

The Obama Administration set a new record in 2012, deporting more illegal aliens than in any prior year. While ICE's  (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) policy is to deport only those who've committed serious crimes, nothing could be further from the truth, as the agency still detains and deports those who've committed minor criminal violations, such as driving without a license. ICE Director John Morton issued a "memo" in 2011 directing his attorneys to exercise "prosecutorial discretion" when determining whether to proceed with removal (deportation) hearings.  However, in my experience, the use of prosecutorial discretion has and continues to be used inconsistently, and varies by each ICE field office. It can be frustrating to deal with, but with Comprehensive Immigration Reform around the corner, things are certainly looking brighter.

To read more about the record number of deportations in 2012, click on the link below.

http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/2012/1224/Deportations-of-illegal-immigrants-in-2012-reach-new-US-record

And if you know of someone who is in removal (deportation) proceedings, contact this firm to see how we can provide valuable assistance for deportation-related matters. Visit www.kpimmigrationlaw.com for more information or call 949-440-3240.