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What happens if you are caught inside the US after have been deported?

Re-Entry after Deportation

If you are caught inside the US after being deported, you will likely be arrested and face federal criminal charges. The specific charges that you face will depend on the circumstances of your case, but they may include:

* Illegal re-entry after deportation

* Conspiracy to re-enter the US after deportation

* Aiding and abetting illegal re-entry after deportation

Illegal re-entry after deportation is a felony offense punishable by up to 20 years in prison. The length of your sentence will depend on the following factors:

* Your criminal history

* The circumstances of your deportation

* The length of time that you were absent from the US

In addition to criminal charges, you may also be subject to civil immigration proceedings. As a result, these proceedings could lead to your removal from the US.

If you are caught inside the US after being deported, you should seek legal advice immediately. An experienced immigration attorney can help you to understand your rights and options and can represent you in criminal and immigration court.

Here are some things that you should keep in mind if you are caught inside the US after being deported:

* Do not resist arrest. If you resist arrest, you could face additional criminal charges.

* Do not speak to law enforcement officers without an attorney present. Anything that you say to law enforcement officers can be used against you in court.

* Contact an immigration attorney as soon as possible. An immigration attorney can help you to protect your rights and options.