DACA Lawyers
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) provides temporary protection from deportation and work authorization to certain people brought to the United States as children. The program’s availability has shifted with court rulings and policy changes, affecting who can apply or renew. Eligibility turns on age at arrival, continuous residence, education, and criminal history. The attorneys below advise on DACA renewals, advance parole questions, and alternative immigration options.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for DACA?
The classic criteria: arrived in the U.S. before age 16, continuously resided since a cutoff date, were under 31 as of mid-2012, are in school or have graduated, and have no disqualifying criminal history. Court orders have limited new applications at times, so current status matters.
Can I still renew DACA?
Renewals have generally continued even during periods when initial applications were blocked, but the landscape changes with litigation. Renew well before expiration — processing delays can create gaps in work authorization.
Does DACA lead to a green card?
No — DACA itself is not a path to permanent residence or citizenship. Some recipients may qualify independently through family sponsorship, employment, or other relief. Advance parole travel, when available, has helped some adjust status.
What are the risks of applying?
Applying gives the government your information. While DACA data has had protections, policy can change. Anyone with criminal history or prior removal orders should get individualized advice before filing anything.