En vivo en Radio Las Americas

5 Feb 2026 · 33 min
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The live Spanish‑language radio program “En vivo en Radio Las Américas” featured immigration attorney Lorena Rivas, Esq., answering callers’ questions and providing community updates. Rivas explained the federal lawsuit she and partner organizations filed against Oklahoma’s 1804 immigration law, noting that a federal district judge declared the law unconstitutional and that the case is now before the 10th Circuit with oral arguments scheduled for March 25. She warned that Oklahoma legislators are proposing additional restrictive measures (driver’s‑license bans, employer verification, tuition surcharges) and affirmed the firm’s intent to block any that become law. Rivas clarified the 10‑year unlawful‑presence bar, how it applies when a U.S. citizen child turns 21, and the limited options for voluntary departure versus deportation. She addressed DACA/Dreamer protections, stating that DACA holders generally have deferred action but can still be detained if they lack a driver’s license. The attorney discussed processing timelines for VAWA, Visa T, and I‑601A provisional waiver cases, emphasizing long wait times (8‑10 months for VAWA receipts, 4 years for I‑601A) and that pending cases do not guarantee protection from ICE detention. She answered specific caller scenarios about visa overstay, DUI records, and travel with a Visa T, highlighting risks of ICE encounters at borders. Rivas announced the opening of a new office in Fort Smith, Arkansas, free community consultations, and an upcoming mental‑health webinar for immigrants. Throughout, she provided phone numbers, WhatsApp contacts, and encouraged listeners to stay informed and seek legal help.

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