This section addresses the concerns and questions that people and their families often face when they have been repatriated or are in the process. Identify your case and know the options you have to solve it.
If your life or that of your children, a family member or pet is at risk because of domestic violence, you should call the police.
It is also necessary to call the nearest consular office, but you must take into account that the Mexican representations abroad cannot initiate a process or give notice to the corresponding authorities about acts of violence without the express request of the victim. The permanent coordination and communication of Mexico's representations abroad with the local authorities is of vital importance to ensure adequate protection for the victim.
It is important to point out that without due process and advice to report an act of domestic violence, there is a risk of family separation, especially when there are minor children and when the aggressor and/or the victim has irregular immigration status in the United States.
It is recommended that at all times you have the assistance of a legal expert in the matter, including the evaluation of possible immigration remedies in accordance with U.S. law. This type of advice can be found through the consulate or civil society organizations that provide legal accompaniment to migrant families. To consult the directory of Consular Offices of the Government of Mexico in the United States.
To find a directory of society organizations in the United States, you can visit this link.