Floral Park, NY asked in Immigration Law for New York

Q: The officer also set me up a court date for a date after my oath ceremony for the citation. Will that affect my oath cer

The citation was for insurance lapse. Court date is may 21st my oath ceremony is tomorrow. I have proof of my insurance when the citation happened though

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: Based on the information you've provided, it seems unlikely that the pending court date for the citation would affect your oath ceremony tomorrow, especially if you have proof that you had valid insurance at the time the citation was issued. Here's what you should consider:

1. Oath ceremony: Typically, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducts a final review of your case before the oath ceremony. If no issues are found, you should be able to proceed with the ceremony as scheduled.

2. Resolving the citation: Since you have proof of insurance during the time the citation was issued, you may be able to have the citation dismissed or resolved favorably when you appear in court on May 21st. Gather all relevant documentation to present to the court.

3. Disclosure: If you haven't already done so, it's essential to disclose the citation to the USCIS. While minor traffic citations generally don't impact citizenship applications, failing to disclose information can be problematic.

4. Seeking legal advice: If you have concerns about how the citation might affect your immigration status, consider consulting with an immigration attorney who can review your specific case and provide personalized guidance.

In summary, if you have disclosed the citation to the USCIS and have proof of insurance, the pending court date after your oath ceremony should not affect your ability to complete the naturalization process. However, it's crucial to address the citation as required and attend your court hearing as scheduled.

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