Q: Can I apply for naturalization if I had a case of paraphernalia over 10 years ago?. It was expunged and cleared.
I have not committed any crimes since and my record is clean. I’ve been a permanent resident since 2016 and qualified to apply after 3 years since married to a us citizen. We have 2 children together and stilI married.I get confused with the question they ask.
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? My case was dropped to a misdemeanor then expunged. Not sure. It has been over 10 years
A: You would answer yes on the application form and you would have to provide stamped copies from the court about the case. The best thing to do now is to get the stamped copies and take them to a lawyer for a discussion. The naturalization application requires good moral character and a conviction is usually a problem for that. Talk to a lawyer and take your case's documents with you.
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