The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) grants individuals residing in the United States the right to request copies of their records, encompassing all interactions with entities such as the Immigration Court, border authorities, airport officials, and immigration offices. It is highly advisable to make such requests, as it enables your attorney to access comprehensive details about your case and ascertain whether pursuing a legal course of action with immigration is the appropriate avenue. Surprisingly, in certain instances, individuals may have deportation orders on their records without their knowledge.

It is essential to be aware that FOIA requests often entail a lengthy processing period, sometimes stretching up to a year. Upon completion of the request, the information will be provided in the form of a CD containing all the recorded data.