When Government Systems Don’t Communicate- How State Administrative Errors May Create Serious Immigration Consequences

Short summary

State administrative errors—such as erroneous voter registrations at DMVs or jury summonses sent to noncitizens—can create serious immigration consequences years later. Because state and federal systems operate independently, these issues often surface only when a noncitizen applies for an immigration benefit. Immigration practitioners should counsel clients that routine state interactions may carry hidden legal risks under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

• •State-federal system disconnects can cause immigration issues for noncitizens
• •DMV voter registration and jury summonses are common sources of administrative errors
• •Problems often surface years later during immigration benefit applications

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