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Immigration Court: What Questions Are Asked

Depending on the circumstances and details of your case, Immigration Court questions may include the following: 

  • Personal information: The judge may ask for your name, date of birth, and other personal background information. 
  • Immigration status: The judge may ask about your current immigration status, including your visa status or your status as an undocumented immigrant. 
  • Reasons for being in court: The judge may ask why you are in immigration court and what charges or allegations have been made against you. 
  • Background information: The judge may ask about your family, education, employment history, and other personal background information.
  • Asylum or refugee claims: If you are seeking asylum or refugee status, the judge may ask about your reasons for fleeing your home country and why you fear persecution.
  • Criminal history: The judge may ask about any criminal convictions or charges you may have.
  • Witness testimony: The judge may ask you to provide testimony or call witnesses to testify on your behalf.
  • Legal representation: The judge may ask if you have legal representation or if you plan to hire an attorney.
  • Relief sought: The judge may ask what relief you are seeking, such as asylum, cancellation of removal, or adjustment of status. 

It is essential to keep in mind that the particular questions that are asked might vary greatly based on the specifics of the case as well as the arguments that are being presented by both sides. 

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