Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

naturalization

I was convicted of misdemeanor petty theft in 1999. I served the 15 days work release that was given to me by the judge, and had never been in any trouble since then. I made a bad mistake and I'm really still paying the effects of it. I'm a permanent US resident and I'm afraid that my offense in the past will affect my application for US citizenship next year as I am due for it. Can someone give me some advise as I'am really lost as to what I should do. Thanks


Asked on 10/25/04, 1:21 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jacob Sapochnick

Re: naturalization

Hi,

There might be a way for you to still get the citizenship under the petty theft exception that we have in the law. I will need to review all court paperwork and determine if you qualify, but it is doable.

Jacob

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Answered on 10/25/04, 2:19 pm
Amy Ghosh Law Offices of Amy Ghosh

Re: naturalization

Petty theft exception is applicable to you. But you should expunge your criminal record as well. When did your probation end?

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Answered on 10/25/04, 11:47 pm


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