Criminal Defense of Immigrants

(B)  Application of Spouse, Child or Parent of the Victim/Witness.  The spouse, child, or, in the case of a child, the parent of an applicant for a “U” visa may also apply for the visa.  The spouse, child or parent must establish extreme hardship to him- or herself.  In addition, a federal, state, or local official must certify that an investigation or prosecution would be harmed without the assistance of the spouse, child or parent.