Due to the backlog of court cases in the U.S., a large percentage of unaccompanied minors have been unable to secure legal representation from an immigration attorney. Unlike other courts, immigration courts fail to guarantee defendants, including minors, the right to a lawyer. With a limited number of available immigration attorneys, young migrants — even those who do not speak English — are being forced to navigate the court system alone.
Many of these unaccompanied migrants under the age of 18, lack the education necessary to navigate the complex American justice system after being forced to leave their countries of origin due to severe violence. The combination of language barriers, limited legal knowledge, and the absence of legal representation leaves these minors at a significant disadvantage.
Advocates are alarmed by the rising number of unaccompanied minors self-representing in immigration court, calling for urgent changes to ensure these children receive the support and legal assistance they need.
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At Reeves Immigration Law Group, we take pride in ensuring an experienced California immigration lawyer guides you through the immigration process. We understand the stress of family separation and asylum proceedings, and we strive to do everything we can to grant each individual, including minors, a successful entry into the United States.
Fill out our contact form today to discuss your family’s immigration needs with a California immigration lawyer. Our team of immigration attorneys in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Concord are ready to help.
