DACA Stage 1 Stage 2 Explanation - NC Justice Center

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USCIS is asking for to process one's application for DACA. • People who want free legal help at a Stage 2 event must a
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What do you mean by Stage 1 and Stage 2 community events for the Deferred Action program?? Stage 1 events are designed to inform individuals about Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Potential applicants will listen to a presentation that describes what DACA is, and the benefits and limitations of DACA. The presentation explains the risks involved, and shows why it is important to get legal advice before filing an application. The program is designed to help people start to think about whether they are eligible for DACA. The stage 1 event also explains how to fill out the form and how to compile the proof that USCIS is asking for to process one’s application for DACA. • •



People who want free legal help at a Stage 2 event must attend a Stage 1 event. Stage 1 presentations will be done either via video or live. They will explain what DACA is and what it isn’t, generally who is eligible for it, and what kind of information one needs to prove one’s eligibility. No individual advice will be given at Stage 1 about who is eligible and who isn’t eligible. At the conclusion of the event, the attendees will receive a second packet with a DACA application form.

Between Stage 1 and Stage 2 events, our hope is that trained volunteers will continue to help applicants in gathering the proof they will need to complete an application. The coordinator can sign up the applicant for a Stage 2 time slot. You will have an opportunity to register for a Stage 2 event through the N.C. Justice Center or through a community partner hosting the event.

At the Stage 2 events, an applicant will receive free individualized help in looking over the application by either a qualified attorney or a representative accredited by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). • • • •

Applicants will be asked to come at a designated time and sign in. The attorney will review individual circumstances and go over any risks that the person may face, and give advice on whether the person should apply for DACA. An attorney or BIA credited representative will review each application to see if the applicant meets the eligibility requirements. An attorney or BIA credited representative will also review documents to make sure that the person has the right proof they need to meet the requirements.