Immigration · Answered by Joanna
Can I get a U Visa if I never filed a police report?
Possibly. A U Visa requires certification from a law enforcement or other qualifying agency that you were helpful in an investigation, but a formal police report is not the only route to that certification.
Can I apply for VAWA if I am no longer married to the abuser?
Often yes. A VAWA self-petition can be filed within two years of a divorce if the divorce was connected to the abuse. The timing matters, so ask early.
How long does naturalization take right now?
Processing times change by field office and are published by USCIS. As of September 2026 many Georgia applicants wait several months and up to a year from filing to interview.
What if I have no status in the United States at all?
You may still have options, including humanitarian visas and family routes, and talking to a lawyer does not put you at risk. Start with the confidential intake and we will tell you plainly.
Defense & Injury · Answered by Brandon
Can I refuse a breath test in Georgia?
You can refuse, but under Georgia’s implied consent law a refusal can suspend your license for a year and may be used against you at trial. It depends on the situation, and a lawyer should be your next call either way.
Does a DUI affect my green card application?
A single DUI is usually not deportable, but it can affect discretionary decisions, and a DUI with drugs, a child in the car, or a suspended license is far more serious. Get both attorneys on it before the plea.
What happens at a first appearance hearing?
Within 72 hours of arrest a magistrate reads the charges, sets or denies bond, and appoints counsel if you cannot afford it. You are not asked to enter a plea.
What is the difference between State Court and Superior Court?
Misdemeanors, including most DUIs, are heard in State Court. Felonies go to Superior Court. Brandon appears in both.