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IMBRA Special TopicsUSCIS teleconference AILA
More like they made statments or answers that can not be confirmed because there is no transparency to what they are doing behind doors.

What about people like us who are working on 2 years of back ground checks
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-09-20 22:00:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdam Walsh Act?

Anyway, would this assessment saying he's of no threat to the general public be enough for the Adam Walsh Act? What else could we use? Statements from people we know? Could I write a letter? The guy wouldn't hurt a fly. I have emotional/psychological issues myself and I'm the one who causes all the drama in the relationship, but he's so patient and understanding. I just wish they could see that for themselves. I so afraid they will deny immigration. I miss my husband to death.


Ok how why when or where no longer matters.. The facts you face is he is a registered sex offender or a FSO. I just want to clear that up; not juding anyone as I would be the last one to judge anyone as I am a FSO.

Good he finished his term and parole; doctor says he is not mentally unstable; his assesment in your words is no threat (I believe you please bear with me); you trust and feel safe with him

Bad is he did not finish the offender treatment program



Lets answer your questions:

1. Have you read the assesment? Any doctor writing an assesment based on past history and current history would state "little to no threat to public and or possibly named persons" as mine did; with a clause unlikely to reoffend.
Stating otherwise makes them liable to any future harm to anyone by the person being assesed. This wording is as good as it gets if his assesment in fact does state what you say above then even better.

So yes it is sent as evidence.

2. Absolutley write a letter and have your family and his and friends and church members etc. write letters have how they know him and why they trust him. Keep the letters away from the "he deserves a chance or he did his time..etc.." have each person certify each letter to prove they wrote the letter.


3. Work history and his ability to take care of you with out the assistance of others or the government

4. use his parole history

5. what was his last review in the offender treatment program can he get access to it?

FYI your emotions are not of whack and most likely niether is his..you both handle situations differently.

The agents adjudicating our cases have little to no back ground in working with sex offenders except for the checklist they have and controlled seminars they attend. The strict rules given to them that no one else knows allows for little input from us or them except they can mark something as not acceptible and we would not see it.

There are no guarantees and having a great attorney costs alot and does not improve your chances much; it just ensures the correct information is recieved on time.


Good Luck with the process.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-11-09 16:15:00
IMBRA Special TopicsQuestion regarding IMBRA?
If I am not mistaken IMBRA applies to everyone whetehr convicted of a criminal act or not.

It has more to do with how you met your significant other and began that relationship.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-12-19 18:40:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAILA - USCIS - Adam Walsh Topic
Kaz

I am sorry to here of the trouble with DCFS the 3rd most powerful government agency in the USA following DHS and then FEMA(which may fall under DHS now).

3 things going forward:
1. never Ever EVER meet with these agents alone, they do not have the right to come into your home unanounced or ask questions unanounced unless they see actual danger in the home. They need warrants served by police.; I recommend an attorney present at each visit. If an attorney is not present I recommend your minister or religeous leader be present at minimal have a 3rd party friend present taking notes. let me say that again taking NOTES

2. Never trust these people as their agenda will not be the same as yours. The may state they work in the interest of the family but the laws that mandate their actions are mostly barbaric.

3. Pay to have a risk assesment done by a qualified Psychologist. Their statements and conclusions out weigh what any this woman would have to say about this situation. costs are $700-$1000.



Some things to remember the 3rd party must be there to support your family and an attorney would do that and shut down any thing the woman does against your families rights.

If the third party no matter who it is begins to discuss with you there may be issues.....

If the risk assesment agrees with the agent.....
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-12-19 19:21:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAILA - USCIS - Adam Walsh Topic
I do not think the board itself has a say in what happens as the vague answers they are given shows USCIS does not answer to them.

What does happen is those answers open the doors to the ACLU cases they USCIS is trying to avoid.

by not answering also opens a can of worms that ACLU would use against them.


but the ACLU is not stupid everyone sees the BS the USCIS is hiding and when it does open up there will be top officials pointing fingers up the ladder and down the ladder.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-11-09 16:23:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDissmissed charges count as convictions?

For a k1 visa? What is your source for petitioner must list arrests? OP, did you ever ask a lawyer about this? I know it's been a while since you posted this.


My apologies

If you fall under the AWA you will need to list all Arrests for any charge no matter the disposition of the case.

USCIS will request in the RFE certified copies of all arrests.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-12-19 18:37:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDissmissed charges count as convictions?
If you were ever convicted yes


All arrests you must list even if charges dropped or dismissed or expunged.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-11-09 16:18:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
My appeal is still pending, hasnt had any updates in a while. Guess it will take another 2 years =(
A and TMalePhilippines2012-06-01 23:54:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

We got a 2nd denial. THe reason is a criticue on everything was send as a reply on NOID (to a point of saying "you have 2 US citizen children with the beneficiary. Although these children are not covered under the AWA, the presence of these children increases the aforementioned risk to the beneficiary...", "the effidavits submitted by you and the beneficiary have the minimal weight" and so on).

Additionally, the denial dated on 13th of Dec was sent to our previous-previous address (Why?). So, we were very lucky that the person who got it went above and beyond to find us, and we got the letter a day before Christmas. SO far we spoke to our lawyer on the phone he gave us enough information to file an appeal Application Form ourselves, and his brief will follow shortly (you could do it withing 21 days since the Application is sent, but the Application has to be filed withing 30 days). That is what I mean, what was the reason to sent an appeal on the very old address? No, they do have a new address: 2 reasons, first I went to Infopass and changed it in person and have Confirmation, 2nd on the Court which has to do with my 1st Denial they already had the new address... And I mean a very old address! SO, is it just to waist a presious time for us to act during busy holliday season? Besides, that is the worst time for money... But we have to be greatfull for the fact that we got it - thank God still in time!

I know a lot of people had their files forvarded to Vermont. I wish the best luck to all of you - my case was not forvarded there, and as the Memorandum ststes, that the new rulls of adjudicating the AWA cases and heaving them to forvard to Vermont does not apply to the cases which are processed in the local offices (why in the world my case was transfered from CA SC to the local office is another little mistery). But the decision on my case was made by the local Director. So, hopefully you guys will not get any of the noncence we got in my Denial, because, from what I understand, Vermont has a special committee on the AWA cases.

Long story short. We will appeal for sure, and may be doing something else as well... Haven't talked to the lawyer other than on a phone yet... Again - holiday season. I'm so greatful that he (lawyer) is not on Hawai on vocation! THat would be a bummer!

So, lets be greatful for what we have and pray for the best!



I'm so sorry to hear about the denial in your case, thats nuts that they want to take a mother away from her children! The usa has just gone mad it seems, no logic anymore.

I was told by the ombudsman that a decision was made (not sure what it is) and to wait 30 days to get it, well its been about half that time and nothing yet. My online status still shows as pending. I put in a service request to check and they say its still pending/additional processing and to wait 3 months.....

So i get a new excuse from uscis everyday. I just hope its positive in the end

Dont give up, just keep trying!



A and TMalePhilippines2012-01-06 09:01:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
The Ombudsman emailed me and said a "decision has been made on my case' !!!!!!!! But, online the status still shows as initial review. But lets hope its correct and positive!
A and TMalePhilippines2011-12-22 18:51:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
I finally got a touch, after almost one year in the vermont office. , but still no updates on the I-130 thus far

"Initial Review<br style="color: rgb(28, 40, 55); font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; background-color: rgb(250, 251, 253); ">On December 6, 2011, we transferred this case I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) to another office for processing and sent you a notice explaining this action. Please follow any instructions provided on the notice. We will notify you by mail when a decision is made. If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.<br style="color: rgb(28, 40, 55); font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; background-color: rgb(250, 251, 253); "><br style="color: rgb(28, 40, 55); font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; background-color: rgb(250, 251, 253); ">During this step, USCIS initiates the background checks of the applicant/petitioner and identifies issues that may need to be addressed either during an interview or by asking the applicant/petitioner to submit additional information or documentation. USCIS reviews the applicant's/petitioner's criminal history, determines if there are national security concerns that need to be addressed, and reviews the application/petition for fraud indicators.<br style="color: rgb(28, 40, 55); font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; background-color: rgb(250, 251, 253); "><br style="color: rgb(28, 40, 55); font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; background-color: rgb(250, 251, 253); ">If you have filed an I-485, I-589, I-751, N-400, I-90, I-821, I-131 or I-765, you can expect to receive an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center to have your fingerprints and/or photographs taken. The timing of your appointment is determined by the number of applicants ahead of you that also need a biometric appointment. We try to schedule biometric appointments as quickly as possible and in most cases you will receive your appointment notice within 30 days of submitting your application. We will send your appointment notice approximately 14 days ahead of your scheduled appointment. It is important that you keep this appointment. If absolutely necessary, you can request that your appointment be rescheduled however, please be aware that rescheduling may delay the processing of your application. Please follow the instructions on your appointment notice if you need to reschedule. Occasionally, you may receive an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center to have your fingerprints taken when you have filed a form other than those listed above. In these situations, you may receive your appointment notice more than 30 days after submitting your application or petition. "
A and TMalePhilippines2011-12-07 00:20:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
Have any of you contacted the Ombudsman about the process not being followed? Im temped to, but worried it might not do any good. Anyone tried it?
A and TMalePhilippines2011-10-08 21:19:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

well ours was filed 2008... made numerous calls and sent service requests many many times....we got an email saying our case was approved last february 14, 2011, of course we rejoiced!.. but it never reached the NVC to this date...then USCIS said it went to appeals, appeals returned it to uscis as they can't do anything with an approved cases...now, uscis said the approval notice was just a PRELIMINARY DECISION although it was clearly stated there that YOUR I129F PETITION has been approved blahblahblah.follow the instructions blahblahblah... what was that, a false hope? they took it back? it really hurts!!! the approval email sent was just a preliminary approval??? and then what?? NO CLEAR ANSWER AND NO TIME FRAME, JUST WAIT...then they said it was sent to archive and will be dealt with when a GUIDELINE for adam walsh petition will be ready...yeah right, it has been almost 4 years! I myself as the beneficiary should be the very first person to know if my fiance poses risk on me, we've been together for almost 4 years... much more that i will never ever put myself at risk just for me to get to the US!



You really need to sue, if they sent you an approval but wont let it go further! They cant just throw your application in a bin and wait for someone to write guidelines . Thats insane! Sounds like its time to lawyer up , just make sure to use a good one!
A and TMalePhilippines2011-09-29 19:28:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

I thought you had to file through the US Embassy if you are living in the Philippines?
You will also need a sponsor because you have not been living and working in the USA.

Your case is so different than most of us because most of the men maintain their residence in the USA and process the case while in the USA.

Based on you blog, you are living in the Philippines.

Good luck with the process.

My wife and I had no issues getting her here in the USA. It just took 10 months to get her here.
My Senator was very useful because he was able to get the case expedited.
My Senator was newly elected at the time and we were probably his first request for assistance.


I filed in the usa back in july of 2009, since it has taken them years with no movement on my case i finally had no choice but to move to the philippines. I have a new job , and i can get a co sponsor if needed but i dont think thats going to be an issue. But we will cross that bridge if we ever come to it. I gave them my updated tax information when i applied, i sent tax years 2004,05,06, 07 and 08 for good measure. Not sure what to tell them if they want more than that, as i sent what was required at the time i filed (not my fault they are dragging it out)

Ive called my senator so many times, it does no good for me

My lawyer doesnt help either

They keep telling me its background checks but last year they told me the background checks were complete. So i dont know what is going on

I changed jobs so i could support my wife and be with my wife , i left my home country and everything I own to be with her as a normal married couple. If that isn't proof enough of dedication then i dont know what is.

Also i feel they have no right deny us, because we are living together now in the philippines it shouldn't matter if its just the same in the usa.

Edited by Adam and Thet, 28 September 2011 - 10:18 PM.

A and TMalePhilippines2011-09-28 22:17:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
Mine was last touched December of 2010, total time since my i-130 was submitted so far over 2 and half years. No amount of service requests or calls seems to get any answers or movement. What about you guys?

I can't believe they don't have some type of time frames or due process that they are required by law to follow...
A and TMalePhilippines2011-09-28 01:08:00
IMBRA Special Topicsawa exposure
Yeah you are going to go through every possible detail when it comes to a background check. Once they get a hit in the system then you will be made to get finger printed at a USCIS office. I had originally sent my own finger prints at the start in hopes of avoiding the extra trip. But they still required it, and didnt accept my police issued finger prints.

I had the finger printing done in New Orleans , via some machine (not the old ink and paper type)

Edited by Adam and Thet, 06 June 2012 - 06:10 PM.

A and TMalePhilippines2012-06-06 18:09:00
IMBRA Special TopicsUSCIS teleconference AILA
As time goes on, i'm starting to feel AWA isnt about protecting anyone but just keeping immigrants out of the country. It makes no sense for families and people that have dated/married for years living together. Its just completely senseless so its my only thoughts is that they are discriminating against the wives and husbands of Adam walsh filers on purpose.
A and TMalePhilippines2012-09-21 23:08:00
IMBRA Special Topicsimbra
this is what my visa lawyer stated about 6 weeks ago
Sveta & RonMaleUkraine2012-04-10 15:59:00
IMBRA Special Topicsimbra
i heard some onths ago the uscis was looking into changing imbra and/or removing it has anyone heard any updates
Sveta & RonMaleUkraine2012-04-10 07:12:00
IMBRA Special TopicsFilipinaHeart or FilipinoCupid IMBRA or Not?
If you met her on Filipina heart/cupid... just state the date you started communicating and the web site name. This is not a marriage broker. Typing a story of how you met is a waste of their time and they are too busy to read it. Just be specific and clear. Unless you are a muslim from Pakistan, I wouldn't bother to list every meeting detail. I was born in the USA and just typed my response in the few lines that were available on the form and we were approved with no RFE's. Her interview is in 2 weeks.
NoneYaMalePhilippines2012-01-30 05:30:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDissmissed charges count as convictions?
For a k1 visa? What is your source for petitioner must list arrests? OP, did you ever ask a lawyer about this? I know it's been a while since you posted this.
TJandJRFemaleNigeria2012-11-09 16:47:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDissmissed charges count as convictions?
No prob. But that's just my opinion. I don't have any experience or specific knowledge to base it on. And I could be wrong.
TJandJRFemaleNigeria2012-10-24 10:46:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDissmissed charges count as convictions?
I believe it asks if you've been convicted not charged. Am I right? Because if you are charged with something is quite different than being convicted. Being charged can result in being found innocent. Coviction is a result of being found guilty. What does it say? Charged or convicted?
TJandJRFemaleNigeria2012-10-14 22:43:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdministrative Errors
Awesome! :)
WrightFamilyMaleHong Kong2012-04-13 15:37:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
I thought you had to file through the US Embassy if you are living in the Philippines?
You will also need a sponsor because you have not been living and working in the USA.

Your case is so different than most of us because most of the men maintain their residence in the USA and process the case while in the USA.

Based on you blog, you are living in the Philippines.

Good luck with the process.

My wife and I had no issues getting her here in the USA. It just took 10 months to get her here.
My Senator was very useful because he was able to get the case expedited.
My Senator was newly elected at the time and we were probably his first request for assistance.

Edited by bestofboston, 28 September 2011 - 08:24 AM.

bestofbostonMalePhilippines2011-09-28 08:23:00
IMBRA Special Topicsimbra

this is what my visa lawyer stated about 6 weeks ago


oh really? i dont know, I have not heard anything about that, anyway good luck in your process.
flowersitaNot Telling02012-04-10 16:02:00
IMBRA Special Topicsimbra

i heard some onths ago the uscis was looking into changing imbra and/or removing it has anyone heard any updates





I have not heard anything about it :blink:
flowersitaNot Telling02012-04-10 15:57:00
IMBRA Special Topicscourt record for AWA
We are ready to file the petition at the end of the month and we fall under AWA case. One of the required document asks for court record, can someone let us know what court record they need? It costs $1 for one page and there are tons of records because of the "fight" in the court between attorneys. If you could let me know which ones are the necessary ones, I would be appreciate it.

Thank you
paustinNot Telling02012-05-12 14:41:00
IMBRA Special Topicsawa exposure
So they will call the petitioner to do finger print? or...
paustinNot Telling02012-06-06 14:21:00
IMBRA Special Topicsawa exposure
Just curiosity for adam walsh act, if one does not expose that he has that, will USCIS ever find out? They dont do any background check, how do they find that out?
paustinNot Telling02012-06-06 10:34:00
IMBRA Special TopicsNo Decision on our Answer to NOID
We married in June 2010 and filed all appropriate AOS papers. I applied for and got my EAD and SSN.
In September we had our interview and provided court records. The IO was not aware of the AWA and
wondered why we provided copies of court documents. We told him about the Act. He left to discuss
with his superiors. He came back and issued us an RFE for certified court documents and biometrics.
Very nice gentleman when we asked if he could make an appointment that afternoon for us as we were
from out of town. He did, we did and that part of the RFE, fingerprinting was done. We provided
certified copies of court documents with the 72 days (end of November 2010). In August 2011 we
received NOID. Nothing online had changed since filing in June 2010. We replied before the deadline
of September 30, 2010. Nothing since then. No update online, no letter, no approval/denial, etc.
So I called for my AOS status last week. Got a letter today, I am in background checks. I guess
that must be the standard reply as this app has nothing to do with me, but with my husband's criminal
records and his app of I-130 for me.

Anyone out here in VJ land know when we might receive any response to our NOID from August of last year?
I did renew my EAD and Travel in July 2011, which will expire this summer.

Thanks for any info.
CanTexMaleCanada2012-03-31 16:01:00
IMBRA Special Topicscourt record for AWA
You need certified copy of all court documents related to the Sex Offender charges. I know it can be expensive, but make sure you get the entire court record relating to your charges.
CanTexMaleCanada2012-05-13 19:10:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
We married in June 2010. Filed I-130 & I485. Biometrics in August interview in September 2010.
Received RFE at interview - provided Court documents by end of November. June EAD & AP renewed
for one year (2012). NOID received September 2011 - time to reply October 2011. Provided
Psychological Report and letter from Probation Officer. Nothing has changed online since November
when we received NOID. Nothing saying that we received NOID, nothing that we replied to NOID or
if it has been forwarded from our state to Vermont. Not sure if we'll get approved or denied or
how long it will take. But as long as they don't deny us I can continue to renew my work permit,
continue to work and live with my husband. Not great that I can't leave US and travel to see
my family, but they can come here I guess.
CanTexMaleCanada2011-11-29 19:38:00
IMBRA Special TopicsUSCIS teleconference AILA
I happened to be searching and found a little update on USCIS' website.

http://www.uscis.gov...ILA-5-11-12.pdf

On page 5 there is a little something. Not sure if this helps anyone, but at least AWA applicants have
not been forgotten.
CanTexMaleCanada2012-08-21 07:16:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAILA - USCIS - Adam Walsh Topic
http://www.uscis.gov...e-meetingQA.pdf

On page 8 are the questions posed by AILA. And the non-answer by USCIS.

Will be interesting when USCIS gets some answers from the Board.

Has anyone out there had any movement on their cases?
CanTexMaleCanada2012-10-18 18:56:00
IMBRA Special TopicsNo Decision on our Answer to NOID

I hope you the best of luck and that they return soon.

The good part is you are together here.



Most of us have our loved ones overseas still.
I have been in back ground checks since before November 2009

My attorney and my congressman both state there is no given time frame for any background checks they execute and they can take as long as they like or is needed because no precedence has been set to force a time constraint.


In background check since Nov 2009? And they haven't even sent you NOID?
kazuavaFemale02012-04-26 06:40:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

can't imagine this is true. the federal government does NOT recognize gay marriage, and does NOT afford the same rights to homosexuals that are given to heterosexuals.


Well, that is true... See http://www.voanews.c...179/174610.html And you can find a lot of similar info online.
I think after almost 6 years married I also (and many other people in this forum who deal with missaplied AWA in immigration) deserve a break... While they stall like this our lifes go by.
kazuavaFemale02012-05-31 14:33:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
We got a 2nd denial. THe reason is a criticue on everything was send as a reply on NOID (to a point of saying "you have 2 US citizen children with the beneficiary. Although these children are not covered under the AWA, the presence of these children increases the aforementioned risk to the beneficiary...", "the effidavits submitted by you and the beneficiary have the minimal weight" and so on).

Additionally, the denial dated on 13th of Dec was sent to our previous-previous address (Why?). So, we were very lucky that the person who got it went above and beyond to find us, and we got the letter a day before Christmas. SO far we spoke to our lawyer on the phone he gave us enough information to file an appeal Application Form ourselves, and his brief will follow shortly (you could do it withing 21 days since the Application is sent, but the Application has to be filed withing 30 days). That is what I mean, what was the reason to sent an appeal on the very old address? No, they do have a new address: 2 reasons, first I went to Infopass and changed it in person and have Confirmation, 2nd on the Court which has to do with my 1st Denial they already had the new address... And I mean a very old address! SO, is it just to waist a presious time for us to act during busy holliday season? Besides, that is the worst time for money... But we have to be greatfull for the fact that we got it - thank God still in time!

I know a lot of people had their files forvarded to Vermont. I wish the best luck to all of you - my case was not forvarded there, and as the Memorandum ststes, that the new rulls of adjudicating the AWA cases and heaving them to forvard to Vermont does not apply to the cases which are processed in the local offices (why in the world my case was transfered from CA SC to the local office is another little mistery). But the decision on my case was made by the local Director. So, hopefully you guys will not get any of the noncence we got in my Denial, because, from what I understand, Vermont has a special committee on the AWA cases.

Long story short. We will appeal for sure, and may be doing something else as well... Haven't talked to the lawyer other than on a phone yet... Again - holiday season. I'm so greatful that he (lawyer) is not on Hawai on vocation! THat would be a bummer!

So, lets be greatful for what we have and pray for the best!
kazuavaFemale02012-01-06 02:42:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

I really think that only by nocking to all doors possible the right ear may hear the problem. I think the real problem is that there is no clear policy how to handle such a petitions, but AWA petitions are small fraction of other type of cases - so we are not a priority for the USCIS. Plus, we are type of cases where officials are not eager to help. But the only way to get something is keep bugging, and better in numbers (the more people are signed petition, the more "weight" it has).
So, write, please! I keep asking my husband to write somewhere, but he had git dissapointed in the US system long time ago...


As for my case movement... It is in a local office (why?), and was originally filled in Feb 2008, but transfered to the local office in March 2009. Since then we had an interview in August 2009 and NOID on which we replied in June 2010. And nothing since.
We go to the Infopass every 3-4 months. And I had contacted our Congressman. At first Congressman's representative was wery friendly and got back to me realy fast, but after getting detailes on a case, she got impossible to reach and didn't get back to us. I have called back a lot of times, but after telling who is calling always was sent to a voicemail box. So, one day I left an angry message, and, may be that was a reason, but I did get back a letter that they had contacted USCIS, but we need to realise that that is AWA case and it takes time.
We went to another infopass, and learned that our case went through level 1 adjadicator's decision and was folloved by supervisor's decision. The decisions were 1 advise to approve and 1 to deny. Now the case is at the Field Director's Office desk (we never got any letters or emails about any of that activity). Director's decision will be final. (The procedure of 3 officer's decision is for cases which end up in a local office only!).
It had been 3 month since a case is on the Director's desk. So, we went to Infopass again, and the level 1 officer went to supervisor to ask about my case. He came back with the reply that they know this case and if we think that USCIS does something wrong about a case, we sould contact Congressman or Senator, or, basically, sue them, if we wish. But there is no point to come here (to Infopass).
We tried to contact Congressman again, called and a left a massage a few times, but she never called back. For me, taht is a clear answer that our Congressman doesn't want to deal with AWA cases. Now, we soon will be moving to a different district, and I will try to contact the other Congressman, hopefully he will be a better help.
I feel like I need to be more proective and to contact everybody I only can, but writting in English is not easy for me, and my husband don't believe in any help. But i'm exausted - 5 years!!! He doesn't understand. The other day I read in a newspaper that homosexual couples are allowed to petition for immigration of a partner - they got it! Why can't we???
kazuavaFemale02011-10-13 02:37:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

Have any of you contacted the Ombudsman about the process not being followed? Im temped to, but worried it might not do any good. Anyone tried it?


I really think that only by nocking to all doors possible the right ear may hear the problem. I think the real problem is that there is no clear policy how to handle such a petitions, but AWA petitions are small fraction of other type of cases - so we are not a priority for the USCIS. Plus, we are type of cases where officials are not eager to help. But the only way to get something is keep bugging, and better in numbers (the more people are signed petition, the more "weight" it has).
So, write, please! I keep asking my husband to write somewhere, but he had git dissapointed in the US system long time ago...
kazuavaFemale02011-10-13 01:28:00