Applying for citizenship

Credit card theft is a crime involving moral turpitude and probation/expungement do not excuse an immigrant in the eyes of DHS. I suggest that you see an immigration lawyer with full details of your case and he or she should be able to advise you as to whether you are able to apply for naturalization safely. I note that in some cases involving crimes, an application for citizenship could lead to removal proceedings. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.