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Immigration Law

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SD - South Dakota

Is it legal for a spouse to file for divorce just to stop an immigration sponsorship?

In general, a spouse may be able to file for divorce even if the timing affects an immigration sponsorship, because divorce is usually a state-law family-law matter. But that does not mean a person can use divorce as a t...

CA - California

How do I ask a judge to exclude a recording that was made without my consent?

In California, asking a judge to exclude a recording usually means asking the court not to admit it as evidence. That request is often made through a motion or objection, depending on the stage of the case and the type o...

ND - North Dakota

What are my rights if my spouse threatens to report me to immigration during divorce?

If a spouse threatens to report you to immigration during a divorce, that can be frightening and stressful. In general, a threat like that does not automatically change your legal rights in the divorce itself. Property d...

FL - Florida

Is it legal for my spouse to move out with the children before custody orders are entered?

In Florida, a spouse may sometimes move out with the children before any custody order is entered, but that does not always mean the move is risk-free or that it is automatically okay in every situation. Before a court h...

ME - Maine

Can I travel internationally with a DUI on my record?

In general, a DUI on your record does not automatically stop you from traveling internationally. Many people with a DUI are still able to leave the United States and enter other countries, but the exact result depends on...

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