Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Citizenship

Hi there, I worked in department store in 2000 and was charged petty theft. I went to court and fought for case. Judge give me community service for 40hr and then he dismiised my case...is it still on my record??? I filled out application for citizenship ....and already took fingerprint..whatever happen in 2000 will it have any affect on me becoming a ctizen...what do i need to say when i go to interveiw???? or will i have any problems becoming citizen?????


Asked on 3/17/03, 5:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Nora Milner Milner & Markee, LLP

Re: Citizenship

Your petty theft is a crime of moral turpitude that, although dismissed, does indeed affect your citizenship app as it has occurred w/in the last 5 years. I recommend you set up an appt with our office to discuss the entire matter. See our website to set up a consult.

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Answered on 3/17/03, 8:46 pm


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