Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

i have two felony conviction prior to 1996, i would like to renew my greencard however, immigration does not have my fingerprints on file,do to the fact that i came to the u.s.a in 1973 at the age of thirteen,and i never renew it,and i lost the original copy. i would like to know if i apply to renew my greencard can i b detained do to my prior felonies ? and is it possible to apply for a pardon ?


Asked on 11/22/10, 4:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Shahla Khan Law Office of Shahla Khan PLLC

Your felonies may have immigration consequences. You need to consult with an immigration attorney before you renew your green card. You will be fingerprinted when you apply for renewal and immigration will know about your felonies. Pardon varies from state to state, governor Patterson's esp pardon committee has stopped accepting pardon relating to immigration consequences, but again you need to consult with an attorney,

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Answered on 11/28/10, 8:21 am


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