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Can I fix my husband's immigration papers even if I committed a felony?
Asked on Oct 09th, 2011 on Immigration - New York
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I am a US citizen and committed a felony. Am I allowed to fix my husband's immigration papers?
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You can still petition your husband.
Answered on Jul 08th, 2013 at 9:08 PM
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As long as your criminal conviction was did not involve a child abuse, sexual or otherwise, yes.
Answered on Jul 08th, 2013 at 9:08 PM
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Yes.
Answered on Jun 03rd, 2013 at 1:17 AM
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Fong Ilagan
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It depends on the felony, but generally yes, you can petition for him.
Answered on Oct 28th, 2011 at 1:21 PM
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Florido & Associates, P.A.
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Yes, your criminal history is irrelevant.
Answered on Oct 28th, 2011 at 1:21 PM
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Law Offices of Alan R. Diamante APLC
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You can petition your spouse if you have crimes with the exception of certain sexual abuse offenses.
Answered on Oct 28th, 2011 at 1:21 PM
Immigration Attorney serving Chicago, IL
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Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC
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There are certain crimes which would make it more difficult for you to petition for your husband. Therefore, we would need more facts before we knew whether they would affect your ability to sponsor him.
Answered on Oct 11th, 2011 at 11:00 PM
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The fact that you are a felon does not prevent you from filing a visa petition for your husband. Whether or not he can become a lawful permanent resident depends upon his background and history.
Answered on Oct 11th, 2011 at 10:23 PM
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Sheppard Mullin
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In general yes. The only criminal convictions that would disqualify you to petition your husband are sex offense against minors.
Answered on Oct 11th, 2011 at 5:19 PM
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Yes, as long as it wasn't a crime involving a minor, it should not be an issue. You should, however, speak with and retain an immigration attorney before moving forward.
Answered on Oct 11th, 2011 at 4:55 PM