Applying For A U Visa
As an alternative, you may consider applying for a U Visa. Unlike VAWA petitions, you do not have a qualifying U.S. citizen or legal resident to apply. There are, however, restrictions on the number of U Visas that are granted each year.
For instance, if the individual who is abusing you is not an authorized U.S. citizen, then you may be required to apply for a U Visa rather than VAWA. Lastly, U Visas require that you aid law enforcement during the process of prosecuting a crime. A law enforcement officer must certify your helpfulness.
An Experienced VAWA Attorney Can Help
Navigating the U.S. justice system can be daunting, particularly for those who have grown up elsewhere. You will need an attorney to help you:
file the petition,
ensure you have the evidence you need, and
respond to the court’s requests for more evidence.
The attorneys at the Lozano Law Firm have considerable experience filing VAWA petitions. We help those who have been the victims of abuse become independent of those who abuse them.
Seek Immediate Help From an Experienced Immigration Attorney in San Antonio
If you have been victimized by domestic violence or abuse and don’t know where to turn, get yourself to a safe location and call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. They can connect you with resources and help you find a shelter in your area. If you are worried about how this might affect your immigration status, contact The Lozano Law Firm in San Antonio or San Angelo for advice and assistance from a skilled and compassionate Texas immigration lawyer.
Lozano Law Firm - Abogados de Inmigración
5718 University Heights Blvd #104
San Antonio, TX 78249
(210) 899-2290
https://abogadolozano.com
