Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Misdemeanor affecting citizenship

He was convicted of misdemeanor grand theft. Served 3 years probation. Parents became citizens before he was 18. This is the only spot on his record. Can he still be a citizen?


Asked on 6/01/00, 2:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Daniel Huang Park & Huang

Re: Misdemeanor affecting citizenship

The applicant need to first obtain an expungement order from the judge. Prepare a package, complete with arrest record, court docket, and expungement order, and a detailed cover letter. It is best that the applicant be accompanied by an attorney during the citizenship interview.

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Answered on 7/19/00, 12:11 pm


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