Immigration•May 22, 2012•By Cynthia I. Waisman
Visa Options under VAWA
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) has undergone much support and also criticism since it was first enacted in 1994. In regards to immigration, VAWA has been expanded to allow immigrant victims relief through several methods permitted by USCIS. Immigrants subject to violent crimes may apply for a U-visa, victims of sexual assault or trafficking…