About Luis Parra
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- Law School: Arizona State
Common questions about Immigration in Arizona
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Can I appeal a denied immigration application?
Yes, but the procedure depends on the type of decision. USCIS denials often allow appeal to the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) on Form I-290B within 30 days. Immigration Court decisions can be appealed to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) within 30 days. Federal court review (petition for review to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals) is available in many cases after BIA exhaustion.
What's the difference between a visa and a green card?
A visa is travel authorization issued by the Department of State permitting entry to the U.S. for a specific purpose (tourism, work, study, family). A green card (Form I-551) is evidence of lawful permanent residence issued by USCIS, allowing indefinite stay and work. Visas are usually temporary and tied to status; green cards reflect permanent immigration status.
Does Arizona have its own immigration laws?
Immigration is almost entirely federal under Article I § 8 of the U.S. Constitution and the Immigration and Nationality Act. Arizona's SB 1070 (2010) attempted state-level immigration enforcement, but most provisions were struck down in Arizona v. United States, 567 U.S. 387 (2012). State law still affects immigrants indirectly through criminal cases that can trigger federal consequences.
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Parra Law Offices PLLC
571 N Grand Ave
Nogales, AZ 85621
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