QUESTION
Can I get a passport if I have a felony charge?
Asked on Dec 29th, 2013 on Criminal Law - New York
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Is it possible for me to get a passport if I have a charge for felony in which I was not convicted?
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A U.S. citizen must have a passport to return to the United States after traveling abroad. If you have a felony conviction on your criminal record, it will usually not affect your ability to get a passport, but it should still be a consideration when returning to country My recommendation is to have your felony conviction expunged
Answered on Dec 31st, 2013 at 7:34 AM
A dismissed or acquitted charge should be no obstacle to issuance of a passport.
Answered on Dec 31st, 2013 at 7:34 AM
John J. Carney
You do not have a criminal record if you were not convicted of a crime.
Answered on Dec 30th, 2013 at 11:43 PM