Court Decision: Non-Citizen Post-Conviction Relief Practice Obtains Victories for Three Clients

Criminal Court, Queens County/Richmond County: People v. [redacted]

Non-Citizen Post-Conviction Relief Practice Obtains Victories for Three Clients

Our client’s conviction barred her from renewing her Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. After filing a 440 motion, an immigration-safe disposition was secured, enabling our client to submit her DACA renewal application.

Jill Waldman represented our client

Our client, a permanent resident, had three marijuana convictions. After filing a 440 motion, the convictions were vacated and dismissed. Our client no longer faces deportation and can pursue naturalization.

Christian Seno represented our client

Our client had a marijuana conviction. In collaboration with CUNY’s Immigrant and Non-Citizen Rights Clinic, we obtained vacatur and dismissal of the conviction, permitting the client to apply for naturalization.

Maya McDonnell represented our client