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Finding Criminal Immigration Conviction Relief Across California

Last updated on July 8, 2025

As a noncitizen facing criminal charges, you are fighting for your freedom and for your right to remain in the United States. A criminal conviction can have devastating consequences on your immigration status. It can lead to deportation, visa denials and even the loss of your green card. 

At the The Joseph A. Tang Law Firm, you will find a dedicated criminal immigration attorney who can help you find options for relief. Located in South Pasadena, Joseph A. Tang serves clients throughout Los Angeles County and the San Gabriel Valley. As a solo practitioner, you will work directly with attorney Joseph A. Tang, receiving individual attention. Fluent in Chinese, Mr. Tang bridges the cultural gap between Chinese immigrants and the American legal system, providing a unique understanding of the challenges you face.

Types Of Criminal Conviction Relief Available

If you are a noncitizen facing criminal charges or have a prior conviction, there are forms of relief available to mitigate the immigration consequences. These include:

  • Expungements (PC 1203.4): An expungement lawyer can clear your criminal record, though limitations exist.
  • Motions to vacate convictions: Address legal or procedural errors in your case.
  • Immigration waivers: Seek relief from certain immigration consequences.
  • Governor’s pardons: Obtain a pardon for specific offenses.
  • Penal Code 1473.7 motions: Specifically address immigration consequences.
  • California Proposition 47 and 64 relief: Reduce certain felony convictions to misdemeanors.
  • Padilla compliance and ineffective assistance claims: Challenge convictions based on inadequate legal counsel.

A skilled criminal immigration attorney can explore the right option, answer your questions and work to obtain relief quickly. Joseph A. Tang handles this as well as criminal deportation defense.

Impact Of Criminal Convictions On Different Immigration Statuses

Criminal convictions affect different immigration statuses in unique ways. For example:

  • Green card holders may face deportation or denial of citizenship applications
  • Visa holders may be deemed inadmissible or face removal proceedings
  • DACA recipients may lose their protected status
  • Asylum seekers may be denied asylum or face deportation

You may only have one chance to protect your right to stay in the U.S. Do not handle affairs on your own; turn to a criminal immigration attorney for help.

Get Help And Relief From A South Pasadena Criminal Immigration Attorney

If you are a noncitizen facing criminal charges or have a prior conviction, do not hesitate to contact The Joseph A. Tang Law Firm. As a seasoned criminal immigration attorney, Joseph A. Tang can help you explore your options for criminal conviction relief. Call (626) 213-5358 or send him an email to schedule a consultation.