When Is a DWI Checkpoint Illegal in New Jersey?

The legality of DWI checkpoints is a controversial topic since many legal scholars believe they violate the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects against illegal searches and seizures. But the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 1990 that DUI checkpoints are legal because the dangers of drunk driving justify...

USCIS recently updated Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, to allow foreign workers to apply for an employment authorization document (EAD) and Social Security number (SSN) on the same form. You can view the updated Form I-765 here. (more…)

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that immigration judges and the Department of Homeland Security must consider an immigrant's financial resources when setting bond. This is a major win for undocumented immigrants since there have been multiple reports of people being incarcerated for several years simply because they...

President Trump has issued a new travel ban that restricts or bars immigration from eight countries. A report from ABC News points out several key differences between the most recent ban and the travel ban that went into effect in June—for instance, three more counties (North Korea, Venezuela, and Chad)...

A recent report from the New York Times profiles yet another controversial change to immigrant vetting procedures in the United States. On Oct. 18, the Department of Homeland Security will begin screening the social media accounts of all immigrants who enter the U.S. The DHS will also track the social...