Jose Reyes will stand trial for domestic abuse:
Even if the Dominican-born Reyes reaches a plea deal, however, there are potential serious ramifications to Reyes’ career if he is not a U.S. citizen. According to Michael Wildes, a former federal prosecutor and a managing partner at Wildes & Weinberg, convictions for domestic violence can lead to deportation.
“Domestic violence can see an individual get deported if he or she is not a U.S. citizen,” said Wildes. “Once punished, the government has the authority to remove an individual for a crime involving moral turpitude and aggravated felony. It can be a very fast track for immigration officials to issue a removal proceeding. The only way to prevent removal is to be exonerated or have the charges dismissed, or if the government believes it’s a “he said, she said” matter. I would hope Mr. Reyes has a good immigration lawyer.”
I’m glad this is being tried in a court of law. That should make the MLB investigation a little more clear cut. I suspect if Reyes is found not guilty, it will be tough for MLB to take action against him. If he is found guilty, they MLB can do their worst.
from baseballmusings.com http://ift.tt/1RpzMU4
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