Representing Noncitizen Criminal Defendants
If you are not a U.S. citizen and you are charged with a crime, you could have the best criminal defense lawyer in the world and still face very serious harm if your lawyer doesn’t understand the potential immigration consequences of a criminal conviction.
At Esplin | Weight in Provo, Utah, our law firm brings together experienced criminal defense and immigration attorneys to skillfully represent immigrants and other noncitizens in criminal cases. If you've been charged with a crime, contact us to schedule a free initial consultation about your case.
Evaluating Your Case Based on Potential Immigration Consequences
Our criminal defense and immigration lawyers work together to pursue appropriate criminal defense strategies for clients who are not U.S. citizens and who are arrested in Utah on criminal charges. We are experienced at helping all categories of immigrants, including:
- Visa holders
- Legal permanent residents (green card holders)
- Undocumented immigrants and workers
Each of these categories involves different potential consequences for someone convicted of a crime in Utah, up to and including deportation. It is important for your criminal defense attorney to take these consequences into account when going over your options with you.
In order to make an informed decision about going to trial, accepting a plea bargain or pursuing an alternative rehabilitative option, you need to understand the potential impact of your decision on your immigration status. We will make sure you get the answers you need up front.
Carefully Analyzing Complex Legal Circumstances
Many have claimed that immigration law is second only to tax law in terms of its complexity, and the complexity only increases when criminal law is included in the analysis. Our attorneys are experienced at working as a team to effectively analyze immigration issues in criminal defense cases.
When you need a legal advocate who understands the unique impact of immigration status on criminal defense decision-making, don't hesitate to contact us at Esplin | Weight.
