On 6/7/04 16:05, in article qofle0pmfrghko5ce7kj0n2vf1k4lj4mfo@4ax.com,
"PosterBoy" wrote:
> I recently pled guilty to a misdemeanor offense in order to receive a
> reduced sentence. I was given a deferred adjudication. However, at no
> point of time did the judge advise me that there could be immigration
> consequences of any plea. I have heard that this is grounds for a
> reversal of the plea. Is that correct? How does one go about it?
This is not a DIY project. You urgently need an experienced immigration and
criminal attorney to assist you.
If sentence has not been passed you can move to withdraw your plea. Later it
is more difficult.
See for example:
Washington v. Velasquez, Court of Appeals of the State of Washington
http://www.visalaw.com/00jul4/9jul400.html
And do a Google search on
for more.
Another place to search for cases is http://www.ilw.com
Your lawyer will probably use Lexis and Westlaw, and treatises s/he has
available, plus his or her experience in this area. It's too serious a
matter to rely on newsgroup advice.
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