If an illegal immigrant is deported, can his/her family go along?

Answer 1

Initially, no. This is because the legal process only handles the deportation of the illegal immigrant in question. However, laws in some states (New York, for example, created such laws in 1992) are being adapted and considered that would allow some illegal immigrants to appoint a "guardian" to step in and care for their children in the event of one or both parents being deported. There are times when extended family members or guardians can then make arrangements to reunite the children after the deportation is complete. This isn't always possible, but, laws are being proposed to ensure that the basic needs of children can be met (with a plan like this in place).