My situation and possibilitie(s) - Page 2

Originally Posted by sandymancan

Hello all,

I would appreciate some input and non-hating responses as to my situation. I have talked to lawyers as well as active forum users on different sites but this one will categorically answer my questions in response to the dream/DAVA/ new bill


Hail from Canada (yes, Canada not MEX or other South American country)

was smuggled in when I was a few months old, lived in the US for more than 24 years. went through school system, attained diploma and Associates in Business.

I HOWEVER. did get into some trouble with the law. Got a reckless driving (gross Misdeameanor, and neg 2 driving (traffic violation) both stemming from DUI's but were both reduced due to my alcohol level.


Left to go back to home country (last year). and was told by one lawyer I wouldnt have problems crossing back and forth, and one told me I would. and would eventually face 10 year ban.

Now my soul purpose in life is to be near my son. He is the only reason why I live, support and even stay up here. I have visited once a month, and so far no problems.. However I yearn to come back. So i can take him to school, live near him and be involved in his life instead of seeing him once a month. Get my drift?


Now I was told under provisions of DACA two year work permitI would not qualify because of my reckless. SIGNIF MISDEMEANOR. Or would I not? Thats my first Question. Would it disqualify me?

Also if the current border enforcement bill passes, it says anyone with one felony or 3 or more MISDEMEANORS would qualify. Meaning I do have a chance? Under this new bill if it passes and is signed?


Also does the time i have been back in my native land effect my chances with applying for both bills ?

I have a social and license in the U.S

I understand there are many in worse cases with countries in far worse circumstance. But I do no want to cross everytime with the risk of being banned and I do not want to be absentee from my sons life. I miss him almost every minute.

Advice would be appreciated.

Gracias

Originally Posted by sandymancan

I understand the language of the law. The 10 year bar and such.
When I cross back into the US they don't just waive me by. They ask purpose of trip duration of trip
And I answer accordingly. I get my passport stamped every few visits with an I-92. And my history has not come up. So the Visa waiver is still intact. My legal troubles are one misdemeanor and a traffic infraction

The language has stayed the Same and has changed.for siblings, the LGBT community and lottery winners. But I'm hoping for the best

Originally Posted by sandymancan

No wife. Just the son. Mom and I didn't work things out.

Even through marriage my potential American spouse would need to show extreme hardship for me not to be around. Which cannot include physical presence.
The waiver for that is very hard to get. An American spouse is better chance but still a long, arduous road