Understanding Deportation

Deportation is the legal process by which the Home Office orders the removal of an individual from the UK. This typically occurs for reasons such as:

• Criminal Convictions – Non-British nationals sentenced to 12 months or more in prison may face automatic deportation.
• Immigration Violations – Overstaying a visa, working without permission, or entering the UK unlawfully can lead to deportation.
• Public Interest Concerns – The UK government may decide to deport individuals deemed a risk to national security or public safety.

Legal Framework Governing Deportation

Several key laws regulate deportation in the UK, including:

• Immigration Act 1971 – Establishes the legal foundation for deportation orders.
• UK Borders Act 2007 – Requires automatic deportation for certain criminal offenses, with limited exceptions.
• Human Rights Act 1998 – Protects individuals from deportation if it violates their fundamental rights under the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), such as:
  • Article 8: Right to family and private life.
  • Article 3: Protection from torture or inhumane treatment.

Challenging a Deportation Order

If you or a loved one is facing deportation, immediate legal action is essential. At Integrity Law, we provide expert legal representation to challenge deportation orders through:

1. Appeals

You may have the right to appeal a deportation order if:

• The decision violates human rights, such as the right to family life.
• The Home Office made an error in assessing your case.
• There is strong evidence of rehabilitation and positive contributions to UK society.

2. Judicial Review

If an appeal is not an option, our legal team can seek a judicial review to challenge whether the deportation order was lawful, fair, and justified.

3. Exceptional Circumstances

We help present compelling arguments based on exceptional circumstances, including:

• Risk of persecution or harm if returned to your home country.
• Family dependency, where children, spouses, or relatives rely on you for support.
• Serious medical conditions requiring treatment unavailable in your country of origin.

Defenses Against Deportation

Our solicitors employ proven legal strategies to prevent deportation, including:

• Family & Community Ties – Demonstrating that removal would cause significant hardship to dependents in the UK.
• Humanitarian Protection – Arguing that deportation would expose you to persecution, violence, or inhumane treatment.
• Rehabilitation & Contribution – Providing evidence of good character, community integration, and no public safety risk.

Who Can Be Deported?

Deportation laws apply to:

• Non-British Citizens – Including those on temporary visas, individuals with indefinite leave to remain, and undocumented migrants.
• EU Nationals – Post-Brexit, EU citizens can now face deportation under the same regulations as other foreign nationals.
• Dependent Family Members – In some cases, deportation orders may extend to spouses, children, or relatives of the affected individual.

Get Urgent Legal Support Today

If you or someone you know is facing deportation, don’t wait until it’s too late. Integrity Law is here to provide expert legal advice and representation to safeguard your future in the UK.