After filing I-407 I was still able to return to the US. Does this mean I still have my green card?

[Crazy Cat 39,622]

2 minutes ago, Elena99 said:

I knew it was revoked, but I thought I would try it anyway.

and that action was possibly a criminal offense.  You need professional help.

Edited August 22, 2020 by Lucky Cat

[Elena99 13]

1 minute ago, Lucky Cat said:

When you surrendered your status, it released him from his I-864.

Are you sure? I thought it was for 10 years. Can you please cite that? I am just so surprised because it was my last hope of being able to hire an attorney.

 

[Crazy Cat 39,622]

4 minutes ago, Elena99 said:

Are you sure? I thought it was for 10 years. Can you please cite that? I am just so surprised because it was my last hope of being able to hire an attorney.

 

I'm sure....it is pretty clear.....when you surrendered your status and left the US, his obligation ended.

https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-processes-and-procedures/affidavit-of-support#:~:text=Responsibilities as a Sponsor,with 40 quarters of work.

 

Edited August 22, 2020 by Lucky Cat

[Elena99 13]

4 minutes ago, Lucky Cat said:

I'm sure....

https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-processes-and-procedures/affidavit-of-support#:~:text=Responsibilities as a Sponsor,with 40 quarters of work.

 

Thank you Lucky Cat. Yes, it certainly is clear. 

[Crazy Cat 39,622]

40 minutes ago, Elena99 said:

Thank you Lucky Cat. Yes, it certainly is clear. 

Please keep us updated.  This is one of the most interesting cases I have seen in a while......good luck.

Edited August 22, 2020 by Lucky Cat

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[Elena99 13]

1 hour ago, Lucky Cat said:

Please keep us updated.  This is one of the most interesting cases I have seen in a while......good luck.

Edited 38 minutes ago by Lucky Cat

I certainly will. Thank you!

[caliliving 606]

Was the notice that they received your application or did they confirm it was revoked? 
 

[Elena99 13]

7 minutes ago, caliliving said:

Was the notice that they received your application or did they confirm it was revoked? 
 

Yes, they confirmed it was revoked. It said the USCIS recieved my I-407, Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status and recorded my voluntary abandonment of U.S. lawful permanent resident status on the received date. They included a receipt number as well.

[HRQX 4,145]

2 hours ago, hbbi said:

If your GC was cancelled the POE officer would not have been able to allow you in since the computer would know it's blocked. USCIS acknowledged receiving your i407 but they did it mention your GC is revolved and you have X number of days to leave the country?

 

There must be a procedure to follow after you file i407.

"X number of days" is not the way it's done. Per the form's instructions, the form is sent to USCIS after the LPR has departed the US: "Form I-407 is used by lawful permanent residents who are outside the United States or at a Port of Entry who want to abandon their LPR status." https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-407instr.pdf

2 hours ago, Elena99 said:

Are you sure? I thought it was for 10 years. Can you please cite that?

Look at C. in "When Will These Obligations End?":

2 hours ago, Elena99 said:

I am just so surprised because it was my last hope of being able to hire an attorney.

Even if the I-864 was in effect, you couldn't sue for funds needed to pay immigration attorney. The I-864 obligations are for food, medical expenses, etc. (i.e. "sufficient support") that if those obligations are not met you start to receive means-tested public benefits and thus become a public charge. But this is all moot, since that I-864 is no longer in effect in your case.

Edited August 22, 2020 by HRQX

[Elena99 13]

12 minutes ago, HRQX said:

Even if the I-864 was in effect, you couldn't sue for funds needed to pay immigration attorney. The I-864 obligations are for food, medical expenses, etc. (i.e. "sufficient support") that if those obligations are not met you start to receive means-tested public benefits and thus become a public charge. But this is all moot, since that I-864 is no longer in effect in your case.

HRQX, Thank you for that detailed research. I can understand that now. I just wanted to earn some money for a lawyer that all the nice folks here said I really need. I did contact the clothing store I worked part time at before I left the US. They already have all my documents, which were accurate at the time. They said the would hire me back, but I haven't told them the situation I caused either. Do you think I be putting them in jeopardy with immigration if I worked there for a few months?

[carmel34 3,537]

4 minutes ago, Elena99 said:

Do you think I be putting them in jeopardy with immigration if I worked there for a few months?

You would put them in jeopardy since they would be breaking the law, as you do not have legal status to work in the US, also you put yourself in jeopardy for the same reason.  Maybe you could find a free legal aid service where you live, at least an initial consultation, without having to pay anything, and explore your options, if any, to remain in the US.  I think you know the inevitable, that you will most likely have to leave the US, so prepare for that.  Good luck!

[Her Highness 20]

7 minutes ago, Elena99 said:

HRQX, Thank you for that detailed research. I can understand that now. I just wanted to earn some money for a lawyer that all the nice folks here said I really need. I did contact the clothing store I worked part time at before I left the US. They already have all my documents, which were accurate at the time. They said the would hire me back, but I haven't told them the situation I caused either. Do you think I be putting them in jeopardy with immigration if I worked there for a few months?

When in a hole, stop digging. Follow the sound advice that you've already been given.

[Elena99 13]

6 minutes ago, carmel34 said:

You would put them in jeopardy since they would be breaking the law, as you do not have legal status to work in the US, also you put yourself in jeopardy for the same reason.  Maybe you could find a free legal aid service where you live, at least an initial consultation, without having to pay anything, and explore your options, if any, to remain in the US.  I think you know the inevitable, that you will most likely have to leave the US, so prepare for that.  Good luck!

Yes, of course you are right and I guess I knew the answer already. I just wanted to confirm. I'll try that free legal aid and see what they say. That's a good idea, thank you!

[Elena99 13]

8 minutes ago, Her Highnesd said:

When in a hole, stop digging. Follow the sound advice that you've already been given.

That's a good phrase. And one that is very appropriate. I need to implement that more often in my life. I'll try the free legal advice route,  prepare for worse and go from there. 

Thanks to everyone here for taking the time to offer your thoughts and advice. A very nice group of folks you all are.