Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

I was arrested for marijuana charges later dismissed due to a program. Would that affect my ability to become a US citizen?


Asked on 7/24/15, 8:12 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Rahul Manchanda, Esq. Manchanda Law Office PLLC

Hello - please call me at (212) 968-8600. Kind regards, RDM

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Answered on 7/24/15, 8:53 am
James Brown Brown Law Practice, PLLC

It might. You should obtain the disposition from the court if you don't already have it, and take it to a competent immigration attorney who can assess what the risks might be if you apply for citizenship.

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Answered on 7/24/15, 11:50 am
Philip Eichorn Hammond Law Group

A dismissal can still be considered to be a conviction under the immigration laws. Read INA 101(a)(43) and make the decision yourself or hire one of us on the board to help you through this matter.

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Answered on 7/27/15, 10:28 am


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