VAWA, Part 8

[Peru1234 6]

On Sunday, January 22, 2017 at 0:59 AM, MsSara said:

Mine was received by Vermont on Dec 21 and I have not received Receipt of Notice. Please tell me what date did you receive your Receipt of Notice.

Hopefully I will get it this week( finger Cross)  I will let you know as soon as I get the receipt!!!

[Tortmaster 75]

6 hours ago, cameron143 said:

Hi. I filed mine the same time. Did you get your receipt of notice?

I have not received it yet. Let me know if you receive yours, and I will do the same

[Berryseed 0]

Hello everyone. I stumbled across this forum today due to frustration with my VAWA denial. I filed mid-last year and my petition (I-360/I-485) was denied. Sure enough, I provided a thorough statement over 10 pages, evaluation and everything but using the information from my previous interview with my ex-husband in the California service center. They said there's some discrepancies and my attorney doesn't think we should appeal it but start over. Now I'm clueless because though I'm in a relationship with a great man who has been of tremendous relief through my healing process, i don't want to make a mistake the second time in marriage. I haven't shared the news with him yet cos i just found out about this today. Has anyone here been denied and got approved with another petition. Who knows if my boyfriend will propose in 2017, 2018 or 2019? lol .. trying to laugh a little but im dying inside. so what happens to me while I wait to get married again...whenever that happens!! i dont know what to do. Should I expect deportation or what? i dont know where to find encouraging words at this time in my life. am depressed all over

 

[gramercy 141]

4 hours ago, Berryseed said:

Hello everyone. I stumbled across this forum today due to frustration with my VAWA denial. I filed mid-last year and my petition (I-360/I-485) was denied. Sure enough, I provided a thorough statement over 10 pages, evaluation and everything but using the information from my previous interview with my ex-husband in the California service center. They said there's some discrepancies and my attorney doesn't think we should appeal it but start over. Now I'm clueless because though I'm in a relationship with a great man who has been of tremendous relief through my healing process, i don't want to make a mistake the second time in marriage. I haven't shared the news with him yet cos i just found out about this today. Has anyone here been denied and got approved with another petition. Who knows if my boyfriend will propose in 2017, 2018 or 2019? lol .. trying to laugh a little but im dying inside. so what happens to me while I wait to get married again...whenever that happens!! i dont know what to do. Should I expect deportation or what? i dont know where to find encouraging words at this time in my life. am depressed all over

 

Berryseed I don't know your circumstances but in my humble opinion you should file a new VAWA petition to prevent deportation because :

1. One shouldn't count on a marriage that didn't even happen to adjust status.
2. If you suffered from abuse or cruelty it's not wise to rush into marrying someone else and let history repeat itself.

Edited January 24, 2017 by gramercy

[Jawaree 717]

Refile with the help of legal aid or Catholic Charities(they are good) make your

case stronger, show the marriage was bonafide....Please take time to know a guy

while vulnerable, showing your complete hands  too soon can again find you in a

not so healthy relationship...good luck

[gramercy 141]

I copied this reference (below) from the previous thread to keep resources handy:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) · Report post

Since this is early into VAWA part 7 I thought it would be useful to post some general information links and websites- since not everyone goes back and reads the prior threads.

One of the top concerns in the VAWA thread is legal representation. There are many free (pro bono) or low cost immigration attnys out there that can help you initially file or come on to your case even if you already filed. As mentioned in postings above its better to have an attny in the interview with you. You can use the american bar association directory here- https://apps.americanbar.org/legalservices/probono/directory.html# or the dept of justices legal listings service here- http://www.justice.gov/eoir/list-pro-bono-legal-service-providers-map to start. Services may be limited and/or the attny may have a full case load already so start looking as soon as possible. Call as many as you need to until you find someone.

Another concern is shelter. Call 911 if you need immediate assistance or have already been hurt. Otherwise you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE).

You can go to www.womenslaw.org for a state-by-state directory of domestic violence shelters and resources in the U.S. (http://www.womenslaw.org/gethelp_state.php?state_code=AL) This page also has help for how to get restraining orders and local legal aid among other things.

Shelter assistance can also be found here at the state coalitions for DV- http://www.ncadv.org/learn/state-coalitions

Here is a tour of a shelter for those apprehensive- http://www.safehorizon.org/page/tour-a-domestic-violence-shelter-138.html

DV pamphlet- http://dhhs.ne.gov/children_family_services/Documents/2003silence.pdf

Safety pamphlet for HOW to leave- http://www.womenslaw.org/simple.php?sitemap_id=3

Help for abused men- http://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/help-for-abused-men.htm OR http://www.womenslaw.org/gethelp_national_type.php?type_id=1061

VAWA FAQS- http://www.immigrantjustice.org/sites/immigrantjustice.org/files/VAWA%20Frequently%20Asked%20Questions%202010%2011.pdf

Document gathering advice- http://www.ilrc.org/files/document_gathering_for_self-petitioning_under_the_violence_against_women_act.pdf

Detailed self petitioning guide- http://www.lsc.gov/sites/default/files/LSC/pdfs/11.%20Appendix%20X%20%20BB%20CHP%20Self-Petitioning.pdf

Crime victim compensation may be applicable depending on the crime/state/specifics- It is a government program to reimburse victims of violent crimes- such as assault, homicide, rape, and, in some states, burglary - as well as their families for many of their out-of-pocket expenses. Every state has a crime victim compensation program. http://www.nacvcb.org/index.asp?sid=6

Battered women charged with crimes- http://www.womenslaw.org/gethelp_national_type.php?type_id=1071

 

Catholic Charities- http://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/Page.aspx?pid=292

In most states, provides legal representation and information for victims of domestic violence with immigration issues.

 

Give back a smile- The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation's (AACDCF) Give Back a Smile (GBAS) program heals some of the most devastating effects of domestic and sexual violence, by restoring the smiles of adult women and men who have suffered dental injuries to the front 8 teeth only, from a former intimate partner or spouse, family member or due to sexual assault .http://www.aacd.com/aboutGBAS

 

Find a therapist- https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/

 

Victim assistance by state- http://www.aardvarc.org/victim/states/

 

Edited February 9, 2016 by Damara

[B2AOS 2]

I am posting this question here because, I have an approved VAWA case.

I am currently in deferred action, as I never received my GC as my AOS was pending when I was abused (and now divorced).

 

This is regarding my minor daughter's SSN. Long story short, how can I get one for her?

I have my VAWA case approval and my deferred action letter, but I was told today that I am still unable to get an SSN for her. Is that correct?

 

TIA

[miloy001 26]

1 hour ago, B2AOS said:

I am posting this question here because, I have an approved VAWA case.

I am currently in deferred action, as I never received my GC as my AOS was pending when I was abused (and now divorced).

 

This is regarding my minor daughter's SSN. Long story short, how can I get one for her?

I have my VAWA case approval and my deferred action letter, but I was told today that I am still unable to get an SSN for her. Is that correct?

 

TIA

If she is listed on your I-360 approval notice as derivative children, you can start her AOS applicaion. You can also request deferred action for her, then apply for EAD and followed by SSN.

[B2AOS 2]

20 minutes ago, miloy001 said:

If she is listed on your I-360 approval notice as derivative children, you can start her AOS applicaion. You can also request deferred action for her, then apply for EAD and followed by SSN.

ok, thanks...but that raises another question for me.

 

My original AOS (from B2) is still pending (the interview was canceled, but the case still shows open). Do I need to submit another AOS with my VAWA?

 

PS

She was already included on my I-360 and listed in the deferred action.

[prayandbelieve 27]

Hi B2AOS,

 

Would you mind sharing when u filed for VAWA? I filed since May but haven't heard anything. I'm so frustrated. 

[B2AOS 2]

1 minute ago, prayandbelieve said:

Hi B2AOS,

 

Would you mind sharing when u filed for VAWA? I filed since May but haven't heard anything. I'm so frustrated. 

Sorry, I tried to update my timeline..but couldn't figure out how to do so.

My receipt date was 3/1/16, the prima facie determination (approved) was on 3/9/16.

I was renewed on 10/21/16 (late due to my late filing)

Finally approved on 12/2/16.

 

Should be soon.

[miloy001 26]

24 minutes ago, B2AOS said:

ok, thanks...but that raises another question for me.

 

My original AOS (from B2) is still pending (the interview was canceled, but the case still shows open). Do I need to submit another AOS with my VAWA?

 

PS

She was already included on my I-360 and listed in the deferred action.

I would start a new I-485 based on VAWA approval notice and include in the package your daughter's AOS application. On your I-485, list your previous I-485 and stating that interview cancelled.
 

Please wait for sandranj  to answer your question before taking any actions.

[Desert Storm 10]

30 minutes ago, prayandbelieve said:

Hi B2AOS,

 

Would you mind sharing when u filed for VAWA? I filed since May but haven't heard anything. I'm so frustrated. 

As of Nov 30 they are processing for the month of April. You might be very close. Keep us updated if you receive any good news  

[prayandbelieve 27]

Thank you all. I will keep you posted. 

[Kool76 1]

4 hours ago, Desert Storm said:

As of Nov 30 they are processing for the month of April. You might be very close. Keep us updated if you receive any good news  

Don't know whats going on i filed on 4th april and still waiting timeline says 11 april