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Immigration FOIA Requests and Case Records
We obtain immigration and government records through FOIA requests to strengthen cases and uncover critical information.
Free first consultation · Same-day consultations · Calls answered right away · Payment plans available · English & Spanish
Know what the government has on file.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request lets you obtain records from government agencies, such as immigration files.
You are preparing an immigration case
Your past records can change which options are available. Reviewing them first helps avoid surprises.
You do not remember past entries, arrests or applications
A FOIA request can show what is in your file.
You have an old case file
We request the records so they can be reviewed for legal purposes.
You are waiting on a response
Response times vary by agency and volume of records, from a few weeks to several months.
How we handle a FOIA request.Every case is unique. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options clearly, and develop a focused legal strategy to protect your rights and move your case forward.
We prepare the request
We identify which records you need and prepare an accurate request.
We submit and follow up
We submit the request and follow up with the agency while it is processed.
We review the records with you
When the records arrive, we review them and explain what they may mean for your case.
Daniel Castaneda, your attorney.
More than 2,000 cases handled since 2011.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
- Firm
- Law Office of Daniel Stefan Castaneda, APC
- Practice
- Immigration, removal defense and the immigration side of criminal cases
- Languages
- English and Spanish
- State Bar of California
- #276762, admitted in 2011
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Questions we hear often.
Short answers to common questions. Every case is different, so call us to talk about yours.
What is a FOIA request?
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request allows you to obtain records from government agencies, such as immigration files, for review or legal purposes.
How long does it take to get a response?
Response times vary depending on the agency and the volume of records requested, ranging from a few weeks to several months.
How can your firm assist with FOIA requests?
We prepare, submit, and follow up on FOIA requests, ensuring accurate information is retrieved to support your case.
Talk to an attorney today.
(619) 710-6095Free first consultation · Same-day consultations · Calls answered right away · Payment plans available · English & Spanish
Law Office of Daniel Stefan Castaneda, APC3065 Rosecrans Pl, Ste 204, San Diego, CA 92110-4822
daniel@castalegal.com
Tell us what is happening and we will explain your options in plain words, in English or Spanish. Your first consultation is free.