QUESTION
Will trespass charge affect n-400 application
Asked on Oct 08th, 2015 on Immigration - Florida
More details to this question:
LPR since 1977. Was cited for trespass on property other than structure or convenance. Was not arrested or finger printed, but had to make court appearance. Plead no contest, paid a fine & court cost of $136 & adjudication withheld. Will I have any issues with my citizenship application?
1 ANSWER
It could impact your application for naturalization. You are required to establish good moral character during the five-year period. Any criminal-related issues can be an issue. If the matter occurred five years or more ago, it should not be a bar to naturalization. If the incident is less than five years old, the impact will depend upon the exact charges involved, allegations against you, how long ago it occurred, and sentence imposed. You will need to disclose the matter and provide documents related to the offense. I would encourage you to take the paperwork related to the matter to an experienced immigration attorney for a thorough assessment.
Answered on Oct 09th, 2015 at 5:10 AM