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Question: To whom it may concern; My mom was deported back in 1997-1998. She was charged with a crime prior to that and did 3 years of probation. It was after the 3 years of probation that the U.S. deported my mom. She was punished for 7 years I believe. She is back in the U.S. and I would like to know how to help to get her papers. My brother and I were born here in Arizona U.S. of A. and just don't want our mom to be looking over her shoulder all the time. Someone has informed ICE that she is here and ICE have been looking for her. What action can we take. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, NMP

Answer: To become a naturalized United States Citizen one must follow the instructions outlined by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service. Any issues regarding immigration are very complex and specific details can be important. For this reason you could consider contacting an experienced immigration attorney who could aid you and your mother in the naturalization process. Here are some various resources containing information concerning immigration/naturalization: Asylum Program of Arizona 710 E. Speedway Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85719 Phone: (520) 623-4555 Phoenix: (602) 248-4400; Catholic Charities - Central & Northern Arizona Address 1825 W. Northern Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85021 Phone: (602) 997-6105; Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project 2601 N. Hwy 79 P.O. Box 654 Florence, AZ 85232 Phone: (520) 868-0191; Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest 2020 W. Indian School Rd. Suite E-26 Phoenix, AZ 85015 Phone: (602) 248-4400, Tucson: (520) 721-4444.