¡Arreglar por Medio de VAWA en los Estados Unidos!
14 Jun 2024 · 1 min
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In this Spanish-language segment, attorney Lorena Rivas explains that the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) has long existed as an immigration remedy, but many lawyers misunderstand its requirements. She clarifies that VAWA does not require physical violence; emotional, mental, verbal abuse, or coercion can be enough to win a case. Eligibility for a green card can be based on a U.S. citizen child over 21 or a citizen/resident spouse, even when the relationship involves abuse. Importantly, VAWA cases do not need a police report, protection order, or divorce to be approved. Rivas cites successful cases where these non‑physical forms of abuse were sufficient, emphasizing that VAWA can be used more broadly than many practitioners assume.
