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Can my father in law ever come back to the US legally if he has a criminal record?
Asked on Mar 28th, 2012 on Immigration - California
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My father in law was deported and has a criminal record. Can he ever come back legally to the U.S.?
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Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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Yes If he qualifies for a nonimmigrant visa and then obtains a nonimmigrant waiver under Section 212(d)(3).
Answered on Apr 02nd, 2012 at 11:00 AM
Immigration Law Attorney serving New York, NY
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It depends on what the crime was. If it is classified as an "aggravated felony" for immigration purposes, he cannot return under the current law. If it is not, there may be a waiver of inadmissibility.
Answered on Mar 30th, 2012 at 3:26 PM
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Deportation carries 10 year bar and certain criminal records make alien inadmissible. Please consult with immigration lawyer for advise as his case must be analysed carefully.
Answered on Mar 29th, 2012 at 12:17 PM
It really depends on what that criminal record consists of and whether those convictions make him inadmissible to the US.
Answered on Mar 29th, 2012 at 11:54 AM