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Legal resources for anyone who is an immigrant to the United States. Find more info for legal problems under Resources.

 

Food stamps or SNAP benefits for immigrants
Learn about qualifying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or food stamps as an immigrant.
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Going to immigration court
Explore frequently asked questions about what to expect when going to the Chicago immigration court, what to bring, the people at court like interpreters, and what help is available at the court.
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Finding someone who may be in immigration detention
Learn how to get more information about someone who has been detained by immigration officials.
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Immigration bond
Explains the process of bond release for immigrants in detention, including who qualifies, how bond amounts are determined, and the steps to request a bond hearing
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Immigration court and detained people
Learn how immigration court works for detained immigrants: who may see a judge, how to confirm court dates, and what happens at hearings.
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Should I clear my criminal record for immigration purposes?
This article explains how hiding or erasing your criminal or juvenile record might affect your immigration status.
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Notifying immigration about a change of address
Learn how to notify immigration about a change of address, from the necessary forms to where you should send the forms.
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Asylum
Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about asylum in the US.
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Protections for victims of crime with a U visa
This article discusses the most frequently asked questions about U visas.
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Applying for work authorization
Explore frequently asked questions about work authorization for noncitizens in the United States. Learn if you qualify for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), how to apply for an EAD, and more.
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Immigration detention
Learn more about immigration detention, as well as rights and options immigrants have.
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Health benefits for immigrant seniors
Explore the HBIS program, which is currently paused for new applicants. Learn about how existing HBIS recipients can continue to receive benefits.
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How does being charged with a crime affect immigration?
This article explains how being charged with a crime, being found guilty of a crime, and juvenile offenses can influence an immigration case.
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Guardianship for immigrant children
There are 4 types of guardianship for children of immigrants. This article explains to appoint a guardian to care for their children if they fear detention or deportation.
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Going to school as an undocumented immigrant
Explains the rights of undocumented immigrant children to access public education.
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Paying an immigrant's bond
Learn how to pay an immigration bond online and update your mailing address after release.
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