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Immigrants and migrants facing legal trouble often turn to the internet for quick answers. With artificial intelligence tools now able to generate instant responses, it may seem like an easy way to get legal information.
However, when it comes to immigration, criminal defense and so-called “crimmigration” issues, relying on AI can be risky and even dangerous.
Why you cannot rely on AI for answers to immigration issues
AI programs do not have the ability to fully understand the complexity of an immigrant’s or migrant’s situation. Immigration and criminal defense laws are constantly changing, and rules can differ based on location, type of immigration and/or criminal offense at issue and an individual’s immigration status. AI tools often provide generalized answers that may be outdated, incomplete or pulled from sources that are not relevant to a particular case. If you are in trouble, know that following this kind of guidance could lead you to take actions that hurt your chances of staying in the country and/or avoiding criminal penalties.
Another problem is that AI cannot assess the nuances of your personal history. Even minor details, such as the way an arrest was handled or the exact wording of a past immigration application, can make a major difference in how your case should be approached. AI tools cannot identify these important factors, nor can they give you legal strategies tailored to your needs.
There is also a risk to your privacy. Some AI platforms store the information you provide, meaning that sensitive personal and legal details could be exposed or used without your consent. For immigrants and migrants, especially those already facing legal challenges, protecting your data is very important.
Missteps caused by bad information can result in serious consequences. You might miss important filing deadlines, fail to provide the correct documents or unintentionally admit to something that harms your case. In immigration and crimmigration matters, a small mistake can mean losing the chance to stay in the United States.
Instead of relying on AI for answers, it is far safer to work directly with a skilled legal team that understands both immigration and criminal defense law. The stakes of an immigration, criminal defense or crimmigration situation are simply too high to risk preventable mistakes.