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Submit Questions or Comments   Total: 820 Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13   My rights To whom it may concern,I was working for this company for 3yrs,they were taking out of my salary medicare and soc.sec. in my case I don't have a s.s # I quit recently cause of alot of unfair things that been going on,they try for me to sign an agreement saying I recieved my $for what they took out then. saying they paying me back for medicare and soc.sec. for when I started working the first 6 mths I did not take the $ nor did I sign anything.cause I thought what happened to my 2 and1/2yrs am there where did that go to he the owner claims that he's paying medicare and soc.sec.for that time but my ?is how could you be paying now and I still don't have my s.s,could you please advice me on this. By Natalie @ USA NY  Saturday, August 19, 2006   My rights To whom it may concern,I was working for this company for 3yrs,they were taking out of my salary medicare and soc.sec. in my case I don't have a s.s # I quit recently cause of alot of unfair things that been going on,they try for me to sign an agreement saying I recieved my $for what they took out then. saying they paying me back for medicare and soc.sec. for when I started working the first 6 mths I did not take the $ nor did I sign anything.cause I thought what happened to my 2 and1/2yrs am there where did that go to he the owner claims that he's paying medicare and soc.sec.for that time but my ?is how could you be paying now and I still don't have my s.s,could you please advice me on this. By Natalie @ USA NY  socajahdan@hotmail.com Saturday, August 19, 2006   US Embassy i am a us citizen my husband is jamaican. i have filed all the neccessary papers and were approve. the papers where then ship to the us embassy in jamaica. how long will it take for the us embassy to contact him. should i go to the embassy in jamaica would that speed it up. By @ US, NEW YORK  gale31@verizon.net Thursday, August 17, 2006   How do I help my friend come to the US. Question: I have a friend in Jamaica and I wanted to know how I can go about getting her up here. Her brother is up here on a H2b visa but he had joined a program. Is there anything that I can do? Answer: A non immigrant visa only requires you send a letter of invitation to your friend. Your friend then needs to show the consulate in JA she is a bona fide visitor and plan to return home. Her brother may be able to help as another reason for your friend to visit. But you or he can do very little regarding a permanent visa. You did not say much about yourself. But if you are male, and a citizen, marriage could help your friend. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   Thursday, August 17, 2006   Where do I find an expunged record ? Question: My question deals with IMBRA, I was previously approved and they have recalled my case because I filed after March 6, 2006. On the form it says they want certified court records for any arrests. I was acquitted and my case was expunged, however Immigrations says they want this information anyways. I went to district court and ask them for certified records and they can't give me the records because it was expunged. The only paperwork I have is the court trial summary that I was acquitted and the police department saying that they have complied with the expungements. What do I send back to immigration with the RFE and on the form it says domestic violence, but on the trial summary it was second degree assault. Please help. Answer: Tim: Go to the Court and ask for the Order of Expungement. A judge usually issues an Order to expunge a record. The Court should have a copy of the Order signed by the Judge. If an attorney represented you, he or she should have a copy of the Order. Good Luck. By Clairmont Chung @   Thursday, August 17, 2006   hello I am Caymanian and my spouse is student I will like to apply for a Britsih Passport with him not having a Caymanian Passport. what can be done or documents to present for this to be possible? By Ana @ cayman Island  sihfoy@yahoo.com Thursday, August 17, 2006   Keeping maiden name on citizenship paper Question: I got married before becoming a citizen. I am now a citizen but kept my maiden name on the citizenship paper (my status is married on the paper). I want to apply for my husband because he is here on a student visa. Does the fact that my citizenship paper has my maiden name cause a problem? By Shirley @ USA, New Jersey Answer: Hi Shirley You may keep your maiden name without any problem. The INS is mainly concerned with your citizenship and whether the marriage is bona fide. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   Thursday, August 17, 2006   Can the Govt. Monitor a citizen? Question: Is it legal for INS to continue to monitor a person after US Citizenship has been applied for and granted? Monitoring that includes phone recordings, GPS units applied to cars etc? ANSWER: The Govt. needs a warrant to enter your home and tap your phone. However, it has been known to break the law and nothing prevents it from monitoring you. However, I doubt they are engaged in following individuals without some very good reason. Generally they target people who they believe committed a crime or are about to commit a crime. Nothing is wrong with a little paranoia but be careful. By Clairmont Chung @   Thursday, August 17, 2006   change H2B visa to Green Card I hired couple loyal employees as Head Chef, and they had filed extention twice and this is a last extention(3 years stay). Before visa gets expried and i don't want them leave because they are head chefs and restaurant won't be running without them. What can I do? Can I apply green card for them? or they have to go home for 6 months and rehire them again and I don't want that happens???????? By Tess Nguyen @ USA, Texas  zoomvietthai@gmail.com Tuesday, August 15, 2006   REMARRYING I am marrying a Jamaican who was married to a resident of Florida they have been separated for 4 years now and the divorce is less than a month old. How log do you have to be divorced in Jamaica before you can remarry? bear in mind he lives in Jamaica HE IS A jAMAICAN CITIZEN.. By TANEISHA @ Canada  tandivine@sympatico.ca Sunday, August 13, 2006   A visa I have a friend in Jamaica and I wanted to know how I can go about getting her up here. Her brother is up here on a H2b visa but he had joined a program. Is there anything that I can do? By Jungel @ USA, CT  JUNGLELOUS91@aol.com Tuesday, August 08, 2006   K1 Visa - IMBRA My question deals with IMBRA, I was previously approved and they have recalled my case because I filed after March 6, 2006. On the form it says they want certified court records for any arrests. I was acquitted and my case was expunged, however Immigrations says they want this information anyways. I went to district court and ask them for certified records and they can't give me the records because it was expunged. The only paperwork I have is the court trial summary that I was acquitted and the police department saying that they have complied with the expungements. What do I send back to immigration with the RFE and on the form it says domestic violence, but on the trial summary it was second degree assault. Please help. By Tim @ Maryland, USA  whatyouwant@verizon.net Tuesday, August 08, 2006   Keeping maiden name on citizenship paper I got married before becoming a citizen. I am now a citizen but kept my maiden name on the citizenship paper (my status is married on the paper). I want to apply for my husband because he is here on a student visa. Does the fact that my citizenship paper has my maiden name cause a problem? By Shirley @ USA, New Jersey  sfran68@optonline.net Sunday, August 06, 2006   Continued monitoring after US Citizenship obtained Is it legal for INS to continue to monitor a person after US Citizensgip has been applied for and granted? Monitoring that includes phone recordings, GPS units applied to cars etc? By @   Saturday, August 05, 2006   Helllllp?. Question: I came over on a visa waiver married a usc and have currently been illegal 3 years im just wondering what my options are and what can i expect should i wish to return home? By j @ Answer: How is it you married a citizen but remain illegal? The marriage ended? Your spouse refused to file? If not, have your spouse file the petition immediately. Is there proof of your entry? This may be your problem. By Clairmont Chung @   Monday, July 31, 2006   Return or stay Question: GOOD DAY MR CHUNG MY BROTHER CAME UP ON A ONE WAY VISA BECAUSE OF A TOURNAMENT GAME MY MOTHER IS A CITIZEN I AM A CITIZEN CAN ANY ONE OF US HELP ME BEFORE TIME RUN OUT AND I MEAN OUT HE HAD ONLY TWO WEEKS By KIM @ USA, NY Answer: Your mother should have petitioned for him some time ago. If your brother is under twenty one years of age and single, he should have a visa available very soon. So do not do anything silly and spoil his long term chances. He should seek an extension or leave as agreed. Sorry about the delay in answering. By Clairmont Chung @   Monday, July 31, 2006   Does a British Passport help. Question My fiance/caymanian citizen had a charge against him in 1996. He paid a 500 fine. The charge shows to be waiverable but he was denied a USA visa due to section A. When we reapplied, he was denied due to section B, not strong ties to his home country. He also carries a British passprot and hence would not need a US visa. The visa was only needed as a waiver due to the old charge. Do you think he will be able to travel to the US on his British passport without any problems? By Denise @ Grand Cayman Cayman Islands Answer: crucialsubjects@yahoo.com Entry is never guaranteed, even for green card holders. Its worth it to try with the British passport but nothing is guaranteed. You never said where the offenses occurred. If in the US, his chances of entry are significantly reduced. By Clairmont Chung @   Monday, July 31, 2006   overstay i came over on a visa waiver married a usc and have currently been illegal 3 years im just wondering what my options are and what can i expect should i wish to return home? By j @   Wednesday, July 26, 2006   How do I start the process for my friend to visit. Question: I have a friend that wants to come visit me in the states. He would return back to Jamaica but before I start any paperwork I wanted to know where I could get more information on the visiting visa. By Row @ USA, TX Answer: You need to send your friend a letter of invitation. Describe your relationship and why the visit is so important. Your friend then takes the letter to the consulate in Kingston. Thats it. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   Tuesday, July 25, 2006   H1 B visa Question: I recently received a job where the oranganization is willing to petition on my behalf for my H1 work visa: during what time period is best for the company to petition & when should I apply to meet in the annual employment quota. By Dwight McCaulsky @ USA, NJ. Answer: Normally you apply in March of the year in question (2007), I would apply before the expiration of the practical training. in fact get an extension of the practical training so as to remain in status. If you loose status you loose, period. GoodLuck By Clairmont Chung @   Tuesday, July 25, 2006   Collecting pension in Jamaica I have a 81 year grandmother living in jamaica and I would like to know how could I go about getting pension for her.I a am living in the state but I would like to know what can I do to help in her situatuion.Thank Joan By Joan Fletcher @ East Orange New Jersey Janetts30@yahoo.com Wednesday, July 05, 2006 The Ministry of Labour and Social Security oversees pensions in Jamaica. You may contact them at .jis.gov.jm/labour/index.asp. If your grandmother or her husband worked, she should be eligible for some benefits. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Monday, July 24, 2006   I came as a child. What are my options Question Hello. I came to this country under another individual's passport when I was 3 1/2 years old. I am now a 19 year old high school graduate. I plan on attending a school which has a high job placement rate at the end of their 13 month course. Is there any type of accelerated process that would aid me in getting my papers quick? My mother was thinking about marrying me to a citizen but thats highly illegal and i dont want to do that. By Kevin @ Brooklyn, New York k_shiznit@yahoo.com Friday, June 30, 2006 Answer: No Kevin, unfortunately no accelerated program exists for people in your position. I gather your mom is not in a position to petition for you. You can explore a student visa. A bogus marriage can lead to more complications. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   Clairmont@muzikmedia Monday, July 24, 2006   Follow up Thank you sir for the response. Can you explain to me the part when you wrote that it will be an embarrassment should I decide to travel abroad. Are they going to look at the record--by the way, it has been expunged since February 2006--and detain me bec. of this record? why would they do this? and who will make the arrest granting I did not do anything wrong at that time? I plan to travel to the Phil. and Thailand by the end of the year. I would very much appreciate your response. Thanks.. By jasmine @ tx Answer: Embarrassment is the detention in the event there is something on your record. Many states do not offer expungment. The FBI and Immigration may have access to files believed to be expunged. This could result in detention and embarrassment. Double check with the authorities that charges have been expunged By Clairmont Chung @   Friday, July 21, 2006   H 1 Visa Petition MR. Chang: My Option Practical Training Work Employement (OPT) status will expire in January, 2007. I recently received a job where the oranganization is willing to petition on my behalf for my H1 work visa: during what time period is best for the company to petition & when should I apply to meet in the annual employment quota. By Dwight McCaulsky @ USA, NJ.  mccauldw@shu.edu Friday, July 21, 2006   THANK YOU THANK YOU FOR ALL THE HELP YOU HAVE GIVING TO MO AND EVERYONE ELSE WHO HAVE SUBMITTED GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALWAYS THANK YOU By KIM @ USA.NY  MOHAGONY69@HOTMAIL.COM Friday, July 21, 2006   FILING GOOD DAY MR CHUNG MY BROTHER CAME UP ON A ONE WAY VISA BECAUSE OF A TOURNAMENT GAME MY MOTHER IS A CITIZEN I AM A CITIZEN CAN ANY ONE OF US HELP ME BEFORE TIME RUN OUT AND I MEAN OUT HE HAD ONLY TWO WEEKS By KIM @ USA, NY   mohagony69@hotmail.com Friday, July 21, 2006   immigration My fiance/caymanian citizen had a charge against him in 1996. He paid a 500 fine. The charge shows to be waiverable but he was denied a USA visa due to section A. When we reapplied, he was denied due to section B, not strong ties to his home country. He also carries a British passprot and hence would not need a US visa. The visa was only needed as a waiver due to the old charge. Do you think he will be able to travel to the US on his British passport without any problems? By Denise @ Grand Cayman Cayman Islands  crucialsubjects@yahoo.com Thursday, July 20, 2006   follow up question Thank you sir for the response. Can you explain to me the part when you wrote that it will be an embarrassment should I decide to travel abroad. Are they going to look at the record--by the way, it has been expunged since February 2006--and detain me bec. of this record? why would they do this? and who will make the arrest granting I did not do anything wrong at that time? I plan to travel to the Phil. and Thailand by the end of the year. I would very much appreciate your response. Thanks.. By jasmine @ tx  Thursday, July 20, 2006   Petitioner with a record Question: my boyfirend is a US citizen, he has been aressested a few times, no convictions. he has a pending case before him. If he is convicted he will have to pay a fee. I overstayed my VISA can he still file for me when were're married? By Flurtbug @ NY, USA Flurtbug7@aol.com Thursday, June 29, 2006 Answer: Flurtbug????? Anyone can file a petition. A petition should not be denied because of the record of the petitioner. However, you, the beneficiary, should have a clean record. If your boyfriend is a citizen and you entered the country legally, there should be no problem. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   Wednesday, July 19, 2006   convictions and citizenship Question: I applied for US citizenship and got interviewed by an immigration officer last May 3rd but was denied citizenship because I was arrested for assault on a family member. This charge was eventually reduced to class c and was expunged. I even had to attend family violence classes beforet hey could get this case dismissed. With all this immigration issue going on, is my status as a green card holder in trouble because of the arrest which was eventually expunged? I was never on probation by the way. When can I reapply for citizenship and what is the guarantee they will be approved granting there have been no more arrests made? My husband was naturalized May 15th 2006 as a US citizen. I am quite bothered by this issue and fearful of my present status bec . of the arrest. By jasmine @ TX, USA Answer: Jasmine, nothing is guaranteed. Citizenship is discretionary. The officer making the decision relies on her experience, the law and instincts in granting you citizenship. If you reapply and encounter the same problem, you may have to file an appeal and ultimately take the issue to Court and have a Judge decide. However, your conviction will remain a problem and even though it does not appear serious enough to result in your removal/deportation, it can result in the embarrassment of detention if you travel abroad. I do not have all the facts of your situation and can only make general points. This is not intended as legal advice. By Clairmont M. Chung @   Wednesday, July 19, 2006   need as much advise as possible good afternoon, i came here on a six month visa in 99, and never return. i am currently in nursing school, well i am almost finish. i've heard of instances where sponsorships are offer via hospitals. however i was recently arrested and charge with a misdmeanor (petty larceny), the case was dismissed providing i stay out of trouble for six month. how does my arrest affect me getting a green card? what are the chances of me getting a green card giving my current situation i.e when i finish school next spring. By anonymous @ brooklyn, ny  sexydk@netzero.com Wednesday, July 19, 2006   some one who need some advise mr chung, i am marraed and get my green card but my wife become very rude and she is telling me she will have them take away my green card i did nothing to her can that happen just like that? Please help me with an answer thank you. By eagleeyes @ ny  Saturday, July 15, 2006   Work Permit Question: how long does it take to get a work permit once i get married to an american. By kim @ ma Answer: Every local INS office operates at its own pace. Some take a few weeks, some take a few months to process work permits. The larger the number of immigrants in the state the longer the wait. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   Saturday, July 15, 2006   Fiance Visa Question: FIANCE VISA GREETINGS AND BLESSING SIR CHUNG I RECENTLY FILED A FIANCE VISA AND MY FIANCE CAME TO AMERICA HOWEVER, HE HAD TO GO BACK HOME IN JAMAICA BECAUSE OF FAMILY EMERGENCY WE WERE TO GET MARRIED ALL BUT WE DIDN'T. WILL I BE ABLE TO RE-FILE THAT VISA OR NO WHAT CAN I DO TO GET HIM BACK HERE By KIM @ USA,NEW YORK Answer: Yes, Kim you can re file anytime. Sir Chung ..I will never kneel before anyone with a sword in their hand. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   Saturday, July 15, 2006   Visiting Visa I have a friend that wants to come visit me in the states. He would return back to Jamaica but before I start any paperwork I wanted to know where I could get more information on the visiting visa. By Row @ USA, TX  jamaicalove31@yahoo.com Saturday, July 15, 2006   work permit how long does it take to get a work permit once i get married to an american. By kim @ ma  esylee88@yahoo.com Thursday, July 13, 2006   RE: I NEED YOUR HELP My mother in law is petitioning for my husband, she is now a citizen what actions should be taken in order to speed up the process. What steps should my husband take petitioning for his wife living here, and step-son (10) living in Jamaica. Although his mother is petitioning and she just got her citizenship could she add my son and myself. Even though he was petitioned for as not been married? What is the best thing to do. Thanks By Zoe @ USA/CT  Zoe@yahoo.com Sunday, July 09, 2006   pension I have a 81 year grandmother living in jamaica and I would like to know how could I go about getting pension for her.I am living in the state but I would like to know what can I do to help in her situatuion.Thank Joan By Janetts @ East Orange New Jersey  Janetts30@yahoo.com Wednesday, July 05, 2006   pension I have a 81 year grandmother living in jamaica and I would like to know how could I go about getting pension for her.I a am living in the state but I would like to know what can I do to help in her situatuion.Thank Joan By Joan Fletcher @ East Orange New Jersey  Janetts30@yahoo.com Wednesday, July 05, 2006   applying for U.S citizenship to recieve my social security Hello. I came to this country under another individual's passport when I was 3 1/2 years old. I am now a 19 year old high school graduate. I plan on attending a school which has a high job placement rate at the end of their 13 month course. Is there any type of accelerated process that would aid me in getting my papers quick? My mother was thinking about marrying me to a citizen but thats highly illegal and i dont want to do that. By Kevin @ Brooklyn, New York  k_shiznit@yahoo.com Friday, June 30, 2006   Can he fil for me? my boyfirend is a US citizen, he has been aressested a few times, no convictions. he has a pending case before him. If he is convicted he will have to pay a fee. I overstayed my VISA can he still file for me when were're married? By Flurtbug @ NY, USA  Flurtbug7@aol.com Thursday, June 29, 2006   FIANCE VISA GREETINGS AND BLESSING SIR CHUNG I RECENTLY FILED A FIANCE VISA AND MY FIANCE CAME TO AMERICA HOWEVER, HE HAD TO GO BACK HOME IN JAMAICA BECAUSE OF FAMILY EMERGENCY WE WERE TO GET MARRIED ALL BUT WE DIDN'T. WILL I BE ABLE TO RE-FILE THAT VISA OR NO WHAT CAN I DO TO GET HIM BACK HERE By KIM @ USA,NEW YORK  trenzzy89@yahoo.com Thursday, June 29, 2006   Is there a skilled worker visa available? Question: Greetings Mr chung: keep on assisting us the way you are doing. However, I live in Connecticut for the past seven years. is it true when I complete my RN course I can obtain my papers because its a shortage in the nursing sector. And they will give me my papers. I over stayed. By k. Smart @ USA. Ct Answer: Hi K. I believe your questions refer to an employment petition. An employer may sponsor certain qualified persons in areas where certain skills are in short supply. For example, a hospital may petition on your behalf. First you need to complete your course of study and , then, find a hospital or other institution willing to file the petition. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Tuesday, June 27, 2006   How long do I have to wait? Question: What are my chances!! Hi Mr. Chung, I have over stayed five years in this country. I have a child since living here, what are the chances for folks like myself. I work, pay my taxes, I came here legally. With this new law coming what can I do to become legal as far as this new law is stating? My husband's mom has gotten her green card five years ago. She is petitioning for him, how long will this process take for him to get his papers and should he go back home to receive them? By Akibba Adu @ USA Answer: Hi Akibba I cant comment on a law that remains in debate. In fact, there is no new law. Your husbands mother needs to become a citizen before she petitions for him. As a married child of a citizen, your husbands may have to wait as five years or longer depending on his country of nationality. An unmarried child becomes eligible sooner. You may be able to adjust along with your husband through his mothers petition. But no one knows how long any petiition takes. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Tuesday, June 27, 2006   travel????????? hi mr.chung,blessings.i will be flying domestic on the 1st july,can i use an international drivers licence issued in jamacia,its up to date. i have overstayed on my visa and need to know if i can use this or my passport that has my landing stamp in it that shows when i landed here in the us, please an early early response would be very much appreciated. thanks. By carla @ delaware  carla@hotmail.com Tuesday, June 27, 2006   Dwi I sent my paper work for removal of condition on my green card through marrage and I got a second DUI during the wait period ( I had one more 6 years ago) It is a gross misdeminor charge in MN. Can I have problems with that and if yes what are those. By tanya @ US, MN  vyasna@yahoo.com Monday, June 26, 2006   Us citizenship application I applied for US citizenship and got interviewed by an immigration officer last May 3rd but was denied citizenship because I was arrested for assault on a family member. This charge was eventually reduced to class c and was expunged. I even had to attend family violence classes beforet hey could get this case dismissed. With all this immigration issue going on, is my status as a green card holder in trouble because of the arrest which was eventually expunged? I was never on probation by the way. When can I reapply for citizenship and what is the guarantee they will be approved granting there have been no more arrests made? My husband was naturalized May 15th 2006 as a US citizen. I am quite bothered by this issue and fearful of my present status bec . of the arrest. By jasmine @ TX, USA  jdoodz71@cs.com Sunday, June 25, 2006   UNSURE Greetings Mr chung: keep on assisting us the way you are doing. However, I live in connecticut for the past seven years. is it true when I complete my RN course I can obtain my papers because its a shortage in the nursing sector. And they will give me my papers. I over stayed. By k. Smart @ USA. Ct  K.Smart@hotmail Saturday, June 17, 2006   What are my chances!! Hi Mr Chung, I have over stayed five years in this country. I have a child since living here, what are the chances for folks like myself. I work, pay my taxes, I came here legally. With this new law coming what can I do to become legal as far as this new law is stating? My husband's mom has gotten her green card five years ago.She is petitioning for him, how long will this process take for him to get his papers and should he go back home to receive them? By Akibba Adu @ USA  Adu@hotmail Saturday, June 17, 2006   Do I have immigratiion rights through my child Question: My daughter was born in the US and I was told I have cetain rights but I am confuse because Ive been hearing different stories.What I REALLY WANT TO KNOW IS WHAT MY RIGHTS ARE CAN I GET MY STAY IN THE US AND CAN HER DAD ALSO. By NANA @ st.kitts Answer: Hi Nana You have no rights through your daughter, unless she is over 18 years of age. At that time she can petition for you. You only have a right to a hearing in the event the INS attempts to remove/deport you. In order for you to remain in the US, you must have a lawful basis independent of your daughter. Another close relative ( like your mom) or employer may be able to petition for you. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Saturday, June 17, 2006   Expungement Question: Employment I pled guilty to a misdemeanor 12 years ago. My attorney recently filed for an expungement of my record. I'm changing jobs which I will be starting in the coming week. Do I have to tell my employer about my previous arrest being that the expungement hearing should be in about 2 weeks? Do you think that my new employer will find out about my criminal past in 2 weeks or will the process be lengthier? Answer: These are not questions of law. I cannot predict how long any background search will take. The technology now available affords very quick searches. I cannot advise you as to whether to tell your employer or not. These are personal decisions and we can only estimate the length of time for any process. By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Saturday, June 17, 2006   CONFUSE My daughter was born in the US and I was told I have cetain rights but I am confuse because Ive been hearing different stories.What I REALLY WANT TO KNOW IS WHAT MY RIGHTS ARE CAN I GET MY STAY IN THE US AND CAN HER DAD ALSO. By NANA @ st.kitts  kimele_296@hotmail.com Tuesday, June 13, 2006   Employment I pled guilty to a misdemeanor 12 years ago. My attorney recently filed for an expungement of my record. I'm changing jobs which I will be starting in the coming week. Do I have to tell my employer about my previous arrest being that the expungement heiring should be in about 2 weeks? Do you think that my new employer will find out about my criminal past in 2 weeks or will the process be lengthier? By Kimme Katel @ USA, NJ  Tuesday, June 13, 2006   conspiracy law Does Jamaica have a conspiracy to commit murder law? By dina cozza @ USA  Jaqua-d@webtv.net Wednesday, May 31, 2006   scared!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Question hello mr chung,i have overstayed on my 6 months visa and need to travel domestic.do you think its wise enough to travel after what is going on now?,i would be using my passport and the landing stamp is shown in the book,although i know they only look at the picture to see if its the right person travelling,i am just scared they would just turn the pages and discover my landing time.please mr.chung,i am awaiting your answere.thanks By angie @ philly Answer Domestic travel requires no investigation into your immigration status. It is unlikely that airline and airport personnel would question your status. However, depending on your profile, a routine security check could lead to a deeper investigation and the revelation of your status. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com 973 494 0170 Tuesday, May 30, 2006   Green card holder wants to petition for childrens father Question: Green card holder Hello there keep up the good work and thanks so much. I am a green card holder , 10 yr . I would like to get married to my daughters father hes in Jamaica. I would like him to visit us more often. If we do get married can he obtain a green card? He does not have a visa. Also how log do i have to wait to file citizenship? Thank you once again and keep up the good work. You are doing something special for free for us that needs advice. Answer: Hi Sabrina If you received green card holder more than 5 years ago, you are eligible for citizenship. If you obtained your green card through a citizen/husband, you need only wait three years for eligibility. If you fall in one of these categories, file for your fianc. You may marry him and file as a spouse or file as a fianc. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com 973 494 0170 Tuesday, May 30, 2006   Filed a pettion but wants a divorce Question: ex-wife hello i have a question Ive been married for 8 years separated for about 6 years but still tried to help with his papers .we have 1 child I want to get a divorce now but my husbands paper work is processing im not sure how far he got we had one interview but i missed it because my child was hospitalized that was about 4 years ago i have no idea whats going on now with that my question to you is can he still get his visa without me since the papers were already in the system he over stayed his visit Answer: Ex wife I doubt whether there is any petition pending for your husband. If, you, the petitioner missed the interview, the INS usually dismisses the petition. Without official knowledge, I could only speculate that your petition for your husband has been dismissed. You need to refile the petition. Good Luck By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Tuesday, May 30, 2006   scared!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hello mr chung,i have overstayed on my 6 months visa and need to travel domestic.do you think its wise enough to travel after what is going on now?,i would be using my passport and the landing stamp is shown in the book,although i know they only look at the picture to see if its the right person travelling,i am just scared they would just turn the pages and discover my landing time.please mr.chung,i am awaiting your answere.thanks By angie @ philly  angie3@yahoo.com Monday, May 29, 2006   Green card holder Green card holder Hello there keep up the good work and thanks so much . I am a green cardd holder , 10 yr . I would like to get married to my daughters father hes in jamaica. I would like him to visit us more often. If we do get married can he obtain a green card? He does not have a visa. Also how log do i have to wait to file citizenship? Thank you once again and keep up the good work. You are doing something special for free for us that needs advice. By Sabrina @ GA, USA! Available upon request By sabrina @ GA, USA!  Available upon request Thursday, May 25, 2006   exwife hello i have a question i'v been married for 8 years seperated for about 6 years but still tried to help with his papers .we have 1 child I want to get a divorce now but my husbands paper work is processing im not sure how far he got we had one interviwe but i missed it because my child was hospitalized that was about 4 years ago i have no idea whats going on now with that my question to you is can he still get his visa without me since the papers were already in the system he over stayed his visit By @ usa,nj   www.kitkats42@yahoo.com Wednesday, May 24, 2006   DOES A CRIMINAL PAST AFFECT THE PETITIONER Question: Hi,DUI? Hi, I am just wondering if they do a background check on the american citizen who is applying for his fiance to move there with him and if he was arrested for DUI 6 years ago would that come into account in our appeal? By Marie @ UK Answer: The INS is concerned with the record of the fianc, not the petitioner. So, no, the DUI arrest should not be a problem. By the way my name is not, DUI? inwillufallforme@gmail.com Friday, May 05, 2006 By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Monday, May 22, 2006   I NEED YOU HELP, I IGNORED AN ORDER TO RETURN HOME, Question: GREETINGS, I have been in this country since 1980. Iam from jamacia and I had got into a little trouble a couple of years ago and was asked to leave the country and never did so. I have children born here but never married.INS sent papers to my brothers house asking me to turn myself in but I have children to support what should I do? By OMARI @ QUEENS NY Answer: This question requires more information and investigation. It sounds as though the INS ordered your deportation/removal and gave you time to leave. But you never left and you never appealed the decision. I believe the time to appeal has expired, however you may still have a basis to appeal depending on a review of all the circumstances.Speak with a competent attorney By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Monday, May 22, 2006   OVERSTAYED ON H2B, WHAT DO I DO? Question: I HAVE OVERSTAYED ON MY H2B VISA AND I WAS WONDERING WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP IN APPLYING FOR A GREEN CARD By CALEEN @ JAMAICA Answer: We apologize for the delayed response your question. However, your employer may be able to petition for you. You did not say whether you were stilled employed by the same outfit. Marriage to a citizen is another avenue open to you. By Clairmont Chung @   clairmont@muzikmedia.com Monday, May 22, 2006   Green card holder Hello there keep up the good work and thanks so much . I am a green cardd holder , 10 yr . I would like to get married to my daughters father hes in jamaica. I would like him to visit us more often. If we do get married can he obtain a green card? He does not have a visa. Also how log do i have to wait to file citizenship? Thank you once again and keep up the good work. You are doing something special for free for us that needs advice. By Sabrina @ GA, USA!  Available upon request Sunday, May 21, 2006     Total: 820 Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13