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Criminal Charges & Immigration
Determining the effect of a certain conviction on yourimmigration status is a complex process that only experienced attorneys can handle. The exact consequences of a charge or conviction depend on the specific immigrationstatusand several other factors. Fortunately, Christopher P. Welch has ampleexperience in handling complicated criminal/immigration matters.
You should be aware that even legal immigrants may be deported if they are convicted of aggravated felonies, California drug crimes, domestic violence or firearm crimes. Undocumented immigrants may be removed from the country and prohibited from ever attaining legal status if they are convicted of drug-trafficking crimes, prostitution crimes, or have more than one conviction. Both legal and undocumentedimmigrants may lose their ability to stay in the US if they are convicted of “ crimes involving moralturpitude.”
Use your free consultation with our Ventura criminal defense lawyer to determine whether a criminal charge may have immigration consequences.
Our Verdicts Speak for Themselves
See Our Winning Case Results
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Case Dismissed Assault With a Deadly Weapon
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Case Dismissed Attempted Rape
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Case Dismissed Battery & Assault Charge
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Case Dismissed Battery Causing Serious Bodily Injury
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Case Dismissed Carjacking by Gunpoint
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Case Dismissed Carjacking With Life in Prison
The Stories That Matter
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“Best Attorney You Could Ask For!”
“Being there when you need him most, hand in hand. He walks you out of the living hell that had you bound. My Guardian Angel.”- Gilbert R. -
“He Obtained Impossible Results!”
“Mr. Welch communicated with us every step of the way, making us feel comfortable in his capable hands going through the worst situations our family has faced. We are forever grateful for his help, and can not recommend him enough.”- Lynette D. -
“He Achieved Excellent Results for Me!”
“He represented us in a difficult legal matter with excellent results. Always available for questions and responds right away. We have a great trust in him which is what one needs in legal matters. Reasonable fees too!”- Anthony M. -
“Well Skilled Attorney!”
“We were more than pleased with the outcome he provided. My brother was facing a lot of years and Welch managed to get the impossible done. My brother got released on probation. Definitely recommend him.”- Stephany P. -
“The Best Choice!”
“As an Attorney, he went above and beyond the call of duty to meet my legal needs. I recommend Mr. Welch for any legal counsel 100%. Chris will always reply to your messages or any questions right away and is very courteous and personable!”- Janet O. -
“Cleared My Name”
“Mr. Welch took care of all my worries and concerns while clearing my name through all the false accusations. I was more than happy with the outcome we were awarded”- James D. -
“Above and Beyond”
“We are absolutely impressed and satisfied with the effort Chris put in to help us with our case. He literally went above and beyond more then any other public defender that we have ran into.”- Jenny T. -
“Reasonably Priced, Prompt, and Available to Answer My Questions”
“Chris represented me on a matter I was dealing with to my complete satisfaction. He was reasonably priced, prompt, and available to answer my questions. Most of all, my worry level went from 'elevated' to 'calm' during a 40-minute first consultation that I”- Lisa L.