Hey holliegolightly, that is fantastic news. I just wish it had been passed on to other migrancione officials when I got my deportation notice 18 months ago. So, I guess I'm saying, it depends on the person you talk to, depends on the day, depends on their mood, depends on many variables.
So, no, it's not cut and dry to be assured continued right to be here. But yes, it's pretty laxed in it's enforcement. I've commented on my situation here before, and many people said NO, it's not possible, i don't believe it, so I just ignored and let it be. But some people privately e-mailed me so I told them the whole story and YES, I was told to leave!!!!!! I'm still here, but I did leave this year for more than 6 months to try and clear myself....but I also paid insane amounts of money to put my case to 'appeal' in which time, I'm entitled to stay here.
So, thanks for your good news, and knowledgeable info, as you know people in the realm, but I must let people know that it's not a given for all.