Criminal immigration law involves the intersection of criminal offenses and U.S. immigration consequences. Certain criminal charges or convictions, ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies, can impact a noncitizen’s ability to enter, remain in, or obtain immigration benefits in the United States. Consequences may include inadmissibility, deportability, detention, denial of immigration applications, or bars to future immigration relief. The immigration impact of a criminal case depends on factors such as the nature of the offense, conviction status, sentence imposed, and the individual’s immigration history and status. Read below to learn more about how criminal issues may affect immigration status and determine which legal considerations may apply to your situation.