California Protects Immigrant Children

May 7, 2026

California Protects Immigrant Children

The California legislature continues to uphold the protections established by Assembly Bill 899 (codified in Welfare and Institutions Code § 827), which bars juvenile probation officers and officials from referring undocumented youth offenders to ICE. This remains a cornerstone of California's commitment to dealing with the reality of its embedded immigrant population.



While the federal government continues to avoid addressing comprehensive immigration reform, California—bolstered by additional protections like the California Values Act (SB 54)—has successfully removed state-sponsored enforcement measures that previously supported a broken federal immigration system. In 2026, these laws ensure that a minor's confidential juvenile record remains protected from federal authorities, prioritizing rehabilitation and privacy over deportation.

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Who Is Considered to Be a Special Immigrant?

May 7, 2026
Learn who qualifies for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, required court orders, SIJS benefits, work permits, and green card eligibility rules. Call 760-474-2555.
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Who Qualifies for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status?

May 7, 2026
Learn the requirements for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, SIJS eligibility rules, inadmissibility issues, and green card options for minors.
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What Is a Special Immigrant Juvenile Visa?

May 7, 2026
Learn who qualifies for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, the benefits of SIJS, green card eligibility, and important immigration limits. Call 760-474-2555 for more
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Who Is Eligible for a Green Card?

May 7, 2026
Learn how to get a green card for your parents, including Form I-130 requirements, processing times, eligibility rules, and USCIS steps. Call 760-474-2555.
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How Long Does It Take to Get a Green Card for Parents?

May 7, 2026
Learn how to get a green card for your parents, including Form I-130 requirements, processing times, eligibility rules, and USCIS steps. Call 760-474-2555.
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What Is the Easiest Way to Get a Green Card?

May 7, 2026
Learn the fastest ways to get a U.S. green card through employment, family sponsorship, investment visas, and other immigration options. Call 760-474-2555.
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Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor Brother?

May 7, 2026
Learn how to sponsor a sibling for a green card, including Form I-130, required documents, eligibility rules, wait times, and USCIS processing. Call 760-474-2555
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Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor a Friend?

May 7, 2026
Can you sponsor a friend for immigration? Learn how Form I-864 works, income requirements, financial obligations, and Affidavit of Support rules. Call 760-474-2555.
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What Happens If You Marry a U.S. Citizen?

May 7, 2026
Learn how marriage to a U.S. citizen affects green cards, USCIS forms, immigration status, application costs, interviews, and residency eligibility in the U.S. today
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How Much Money Do I Need to Sponsor My Spouse?

May 7, 2026
Learn the costs of sponsoring your spouse for a green card, including USCIS fees, income requirements, forms, interviews, timelines, residency, and visas nationwide.