Criminal Defense of Immigrants

(G)  Family Unity Exception:  Noncitizens eligible for benefits under the Family Unity Program are not deportable under this section if: (1) they were present in the United States prior to May 5, 1988; (2) committed the act prior to that date; (3) aided only one who at that time was the person’s spouse, parent or child; and (4) they are seeking to adjust status through an immediate or second preference relative, or to otherwise apply for benefits under the family unity program.[211]

[211] INA § 237(a)(1)(E)(ii), 8 U.S.C. § 1227(a)(1)(E)(ii).