Legal Question in Immigration Law in Florida

hi i am a permanent resident and i would like to apply for my citizenship, but i was arrested in 2007 for grand theft and then i was placed into alternative sentencing ( diversion) will my application be denied?


Asked on 2/19/10, 10:45 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Charles Medina Law Office of Charles Medina

Grand theft is a crime involving moral turpitude, which might be a ground for deportation and a bar for citizneship application. We suggest you to consult with an immigration attorney.

You may visit our website at www.medinalawgroup.net. Our telephone number is 714-786-6835 and email is [email protected]. Thank you.

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Answered on 2/24/10, 11:14 pm
Joseph Brien THE PEOPLE'S ADVOCATE

It is highly likely that you will be denied and your application could initiate removal proceedings. A good lawyer can only delay the ultimate deportation for years. I suggest that you do not make your application before talking to an attorney. Although I am qualified to assist you, I must send you to the best, most qualified and reasonably priced. http://www.brauwermanlaw.com/ His name is Jeffrey Brauwerman, Esquire and is in Miami, FL. Pay for his 1/2 hour consult.

Look at your green card; 90 days prior, you are supposed to file I-90 for renewal. You must know your options before this date. Good luck.

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Answered on 2/25/10, 6:20 am
DMD PA DMD Law, PA

Grand Theft is considered a crime involving moral turpitude, which is very serious, and you can never be 100% sure if someone will be denied or approved. Other factors to look at are - Was the alternative sentence probation? If so, was it completed? Also, how did you plea and did you commit any other crime?

If you need additional help, call my office at 954-825-0414.

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Answered on 2/25/10, 8:18 am


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