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Have you been accused of assault or battery in the state of Louisiana? Don’t try to handle assault or battery charges on your own. Due to the nature of these types of crimes, assault and battery charges can result in jail time, large fines, as well as criminal charges on your record. At Rozas & Associates, we have experienced attorneys available to help you. Let us work with you to either reduce your sentence or prove your innocence. Ou...

Are you facing sex crime charges in Louisiana? If you’ve been accused of a sex crime in Louisiana, it is important to know what you are up against since in most cases, these crimes are punished severely. Penalties, after you’ve been convicted of a sex crime, may include registering as a sex offender, fines, and jail time, all of which can change your life forever. Even an unfounded accusation can alter your personal and professiona...

Are you facing criminal drug charges in the state of Louisiana? Drug crimes have severe penalties in the state of Louisiana. A drug conviction can drastically impact your life, leading to loss of employment, difficulty finding new employment or even losing custody of any children. These are just a few of the typical penalties for drug crimes in Louisiana. It is crucial that you choose a drug crime lawyer that is experienced, knowledgeable, and ...

DWI Laws in Louisiana:  FAQs about DWI Laws in Louisiana If you are looking for a DWI attorney in Louisiana, it is crucial that you choose an experienced, knowledgeable DWI attorney that will fight for your rights. There are often many questions associated with DUI/DWI cases in Louisiana, which is why we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about DWI laws in Louisiana to help inform and educate drivers.  What ...

I am married to a United States citizen, but I have a deportation order, can I still apply to adjust my status and become a legal permanent resident in the United States?   Often I am asked by potential clients in this very same sitaution whether or not they have any chance to adjust status and become a Legal Permament Resident.  You guys know the deal. You or your family member enters the United States without inspection (EWI)....

What happens if you overstay your visa and get married? You may be wondering, "I overstayed a visa and married a u.s. citizen. Can i successfully apply for a green card?" This short answer is yes, BUT, not always.  For example: You have come to the United States on a tourist visa from Peru.  Let's assume  that you entered in 2002 on a vacation and were going to see the world-famous Walt Disney World in Orlando, Flo...

Rozas & Associates Law Firm houses a talented and dedicated team of family, criminal, and immigration lawyers. We've recently expanded our immigration practice into more southern states like Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Alabama, and Tennessee, so that we can have more impact than ever before. Each of our attorneys is experienced in various aspects of the United States legal system, especially as it relates to immigration ca...

Seeking asylum in the United States can be an intimidating process. However, with good legal representation, like with the lawyers at Rozas and Associates, it can become easier. Still, before you even apply for asylum, you should be informed of what the process entails. Being properly prepared may give you or your loved onea greater chance of seeing positive results.   What is Asylum? Asylum is a status that protects people in certain sit...

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a critical piece of legislation for citizens or permanent residents of the US affected by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It seeks to improve the lives of individuals whose residency is in question due to these criminal acts by bringing criminal justice to the forefront of these matters. Without seeking separation or cooperation from the abuser, the victim is allowe...

The Cuban Adjustment Act of 1966 allows Cubans and their dependents to become lawful permanent residents (get a green card) through an adjustment of status. It was designed to permit residence to thousands of Cuban refugees who could not return to Cuba for political reasons, but were not able to pursue residency in the U.S. through other means. The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA 2005) and the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (...

The attorneys at Rozas & Rozas Law Firm are experienced in all immigration concerns. Right now is an especially important time to have a great lawyer on your team when dealing with immigration, detention or deportation matters. In addition, many members of the Rozas & Rozas Law Firm speak both English and Spanish to make the process as simple and easy to understand as it can be. With a system as complicated as the United States immigratio...

A federal judge earlier this week in Louisiana declared that a state law requiring people to produce birth certificates in order to marry was unconstitutional, and this could have a large impact in the immigration community.[1] The judge found that the 2015 law, which was passed in an effort to curb sham marriages for immigration purposes, violates the rights of U.S. citizens who are foreign-born.[2] Viet Anh Vo, who prefers to be called “...

President Donald Trump has made headlines these past two weeks for his executive order for a travel ban that was invalidated by the Ninth Circuit and for his new plan to speed up removal proceedings, make the asylum standard tougher, and increase the amount of Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) raids.[1] President Trump’s two orders came between the 75th anniversary of Mr. Korematsu being detained and subsequent argument before t...

While it is widely known that conviction of a felony offense will result in a loss of voter's rights, it is less widely known that those rights are automatically restored upon completion of imprisonment, probation, or parole. The Louisiana Election Code provisions restricting voting rights for those convicted of a felony offense apply only to those who are "under an order of imprisonment," which is defined to include those defend...

During my years of practice as a personal injury attorney, I can’t tell you how many times I have heard clients utter the phrase, “My insurance agent told me I have full (auto) coverage.”  This is usually said in disbelief after I tell the client there isn’t enough insurance money to pay for their medical expenses, lost wages, etc. because the at-fault driver has little or no insurance, and the client does not carry w...