I am going for H1B stamping to Jamaica next week, I have misdemeanor case of shoplifting of less than 40$, i took PTI and the case was expunged,,

Since you have all the court documents, you should state on the visa application form an affirmative answer to the question of whether you have ever been arrested or convicted and be prepared to show the documents and explain the situation. Being straightforward is probably the best step for you. Things in your favor are that the H-1B visa is not discretionary like a visitor’s visa, and the misdemeanor case of shoplifting while a crime of moral turpitude, is not an excludable offense. 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.