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I was arrested in 2006 for shop lifting in Boston. I was not convicted and did not appear before any judge as I was scheduled to fly back to my home country 2 days later. Had no issues going to the States under ESTA all these years till 2013. Was advise that I had to declare yes under Crime Involving Moral Turpitude and get a VISA, else may risk inadmissibility for future visits. I tried applying for VISA but was asked by consular officer for documents pertaining to my arrest. I do not have any documents as I was not provided any when I left the police station. I have sent a request to the Massachusetts Police to request for the details but have not receive any response. Would like to seek legal assistance to ensure I do not have issues entering the United States. Appreciate advise and follow up.
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You would probably be best served by contacting an attorney in Boston and asking him or her to assist you in obtaining your arrest record and disposition of the case. If the matter has not been resolved, there is a chance that the attorney may be able to resolve it for you you even though you are outside the US at this time. 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.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2014 at 1:01 PM