VAWA, Part 25

[PB7 7]

I applied VAWA-I360 in November 2020 

Last month I got divorced.my question is do I have to send my divorce certificate to USCIS now.

[J2020 94]

Hi fam 

 

I just received my approval notice from the attorney and I noticed these paper punctures on it. Is this going to be a problem when I go for the interview? Or for adjusting status application?  I don’t know why the attorney did this 

[balo101 669]

1 hour ago, PB7 said:

I applied VAWA-I360 in November 2020 

Last month I got divorced.my question is do I have to send my divorce certificate to USCIS now.

No you do not need to unless USCIS ask for then they will send it you RFE. Mostly you are required to take it with when you will have an interview. 

[TimTams 6]

Does summary dissolution affect VAWA or is it necessary to file for a divorce? I’m a resident of California

[J2020 94]

1 hour ago, TimTams said:

Does summary dissolution affect VAWA or is it necessary to file for a divorce? I’m a resident of California

I want to know that as well. Plz let me know if you find the answer 

[TimTams 6]

28 minutes ago, J2020 said:

I want to know that as well. Plz let me know if you find the answer 

Yeah I looked extensively for this info through the threads but was unable to find it. She is pressing for summary dissolution and using threats of deportation & ICE threats to have me do that, after months of denying we are even married on the basis that she didn't return the marriage license. I finally convinced her to just consult an actual divorce attorney (not the cheap online services) who explained yes we are actually married and she returned it a month or two ago. Still her deportation threats if i dont perfectly comply with her ever-changing ways she reframed our relationship into a ruthless power dynamic goes in lockstep with her father who despises me to my core, but his flavor is more physical violence which she fully sponsors, behind my back, whilst acting like the good cop who "tricked herself into marrying me".

 

So long story short I need to know if it's easier to oblige by her summary dissolution threat (without it affecting my work-in-progress VAWA application) or go through a courtroom divorce which may include her doing all kinds of nasty retributional USCIS stuff (she will think the courtroom divorce avenue is purely retribution to her having an affair, not the other abuse she did, and go on full offensive if I hand her divorce papers. Pray her and her family do not research their way into VAWA. 

Edited May 15, 2022 by TimTams

[shiva32 240]

4 hours ago, J2020 said:

Hi fam 

 

I just received my approval notice from the attorney and I noticed these paper punctures on it. Is this going to be a problem when I go for the interview? Or for adjusting status application?  I don’t know why the attorney did this 

Your attorney uses these holes to file everything in binders. Should not be a problem. Of course you can always ask your attorney for the missing hole material and carefully paste it back. (I hope I dont get kicked out of the group for this joke. @TBoneTX  you will forgive me wont you? )

[Demise 1,304]

20 hours ago, PeaceLoveFreedom said:

What is a PFD denial ?

Basically a notice that you did not meet the requirements for Prima Facie Determination. It will tell you to send more documents for whichever check boxes your stuff didn't complete. You can ignore it, if you do they will properly RFE you eventually.

18 hours ago, HatingTheWaiting said:

Dumb question. If USCIS requests an RFE, will it show up in the case status online? I'm worried now that they sent my lawyer an RFE and she just missed it. I've had ZERO updates since "Fees were waived" in Sept 2020. Thanks y'all!! 

Yea.

[Family 4,065]

2 hours ago, TimTams said:

So long story short I need to know if it's easier to oblige by her summary dissolution threat (without it affecting my work-in-progress VAWA application) or go through a courtroom divorce which may include her doing all kinds of nasty retributional USCIS stuff (she will think the courtroom divorce avenue is purely retribution to her having an affair, not the other abuse she did, and go on full offensive if I hand her divorce papers. Pray her and her family do not research their way into VAWA. 

Edited 2 hours ago by TimTams

Summary dissolution = Divorce . It makes no difference to VAWA if it’s regular or summary dissolution or even who filed for divorce. In either type of divorce, date of separation should match reality, not what abuser may be shooting for. 
 

It’s a cheap / fast way to divorce for those who qualify and are in agreement to terms of divorce…getting threats of ICE/ deport don’t make it sound like you are in agreement, rather coerced. ..

 

 

The difference between summary dissolution and regular filling for dissolution in CA is explained quite well in this random internet link https://www.korolandvelen.com/blog/2014/september/difference-between-summary-dissolution-and-divor/

 

[Family 4,065]

6 hours ago, J2020 said:

go for the interview? Or for adjusting status application

The holes on original will have no impact on your process….and remember after your Consular Interview, you come in  approved for / w green card so no more adjustment of status. You will just pay the fee , enter the US and card will be mailed to you. 

[Family 4,065]

3 hours ago, TimTams said:

t his flavor is more physical violence which she fully sponsors, behind my back, whilst acting like the good cop who "tricked herself into marrying me".

 

So long story short I need to know if it's easier to oblige by her summary dissolution threat (without it affecting my work-in-progress VAWA application) or go through a courtroom divorce which may include her doing all kinds of nasty retributional USCIS stuff (she will think the courtroom divorce avenue is purely retribution to her having an affair, not the other abuse she did, and go on full offensive if I hand her divorce papers. Pray her and her family do not research their way into VAWA. 

There comes a point where continuing to engage an abusive spouse is counterproductive…and a p**d off father-in-law ( or disgruntled spouse) may have/ or will  send disparaging letters to immigration..no matter how you try to diffuse the situation. If you want to just get it over with, then you file for divorce on your terms, protect your address and let the process take its course. …( u can even ask the court to waive filing fees) or do nothing and stop engaging them, they will figure it out.

[J2020 94]

4 hours ago, shiva32 said:

Your attorney uses these holes to file everything in binders. Should not be a problem. Of course you can always ask your attorney for the missing hole material and carefully paste it back. (I hope I dont get kicked out of the group for this joke. @TBoneTX  you will forgive me wont you? )

I know the purpose of these holes, My question was regarding a sincere concern if that’s gonna be a problem when using my original documents during my interview as might be considered (damaged) 

 

 

(I don’t know a lot about the process of USCIS so this was a real concern, USCIS requires so many small details such as certain ink colors so I just wanted to make sure this isn’t an issue)

 

 

[shiva32 240]

12 minutes ago, J2020 said:

I know the purpose of these holes, My question was regarding a sincere concern if that’s gonna be a problem when using my original documents during my interview as might be considered (damaged) 

 

 

(I don’t know a lot about the process of USCIS so this was a real concern, USCIS requires so many small details such as certain ink colors so I just wanted to make sure this isn’t an issue)

 

 

I am really sorry, the joke was not intended to hurt or make fun of you, it was merely a reflection of my deplorable sense of humor. I hope you will forgive me J2020. Your concern is valid, thank you for sharing, it might help others as well. 

[Sparkle✨ 372]

10 hours ago, J2020 said:

Hi fam 

 

I just received my approval notice from the attorney and I noticed these paper punctures on it. Is this going to be a problem when I go for the interview? Or for adjusting status application?  I don’t know why the attorney did this 

No, don’t overthink. This will have no impact at all. Besides, its your copy. USCIS have copies of each and every letter and document which they send to you and vice versa. The punching is a way to secure papers together. I recall sending in my VAWA application with paper pins but at my interview my file had all documents punched and secured like that. 

[i-need-help-pls 72]

On 4/14/2022 at 11:24 AM, Rhema1 said:

Finally, finally. The Lord God has done it!

Was only expecting a RFE, because I didn't submit any therapeutics. Submitted Only four pages of pesonal declarations. Only one police reports although I stayed in many different locations or States. 

But my God, through his son  JESUS Christ of Nazareth, gave to me his right decision. To his name alone be All the Glory, Magesty and praises for everlasting to everlasting..

Congratulations.