Naturalization denial based on lack of good moral character

By Atty. Crispin Caday Lozano

 

Most denials of naturalization application is based on good moral character grounds.  In general, a noncitizen is statutorily barred from establishing good moral character if, during the time for which good moral character must be shown (five years generally) she is convicted of or admitted committing a single CIMT. INA § 101(f)(3), 8 USC § 1101(f)(3). If the conviction comes within the petty offense or youthful offender exception to the inadmissibility ground, however, the person is not statutorily barred.

An applicant shall be found to lack good moral character if during the statutory period the applicant:

(i) Committed one or more crimes involving moral turpitude,

(ii) Committed two or more offenses for which the applicant was convicted and the aggregate sentence actually imposed was five years or more;

(iii) Violated any law relating to a controlled substance, provided that the violation was not a single offense for simple possession of 30 grams or less of marijuana;

(iv) Admits committing any criminal act for which there was never a formal charge, indictment, arrest, or conviction, whether committed in the United States or any other country;

(v) Is or was confined to a penal institution for an aggregate of 180 days pursuant to a conviction;

(vi) Has given false testimony to obtain any benefit from the Act, if the testimony was made under oath or affirmation and with an intent to obtain an immigration benefit;

(vii) Is or was involved in prostitution or commercialized vice;

(viii) Is or was involved in the smuggling of a person or persons into the United States;

(ix) Has practiced or is practicing polygamy;

(x) Committed two or more gambling offenses for which the applicant was convicted;

(xi) Earns his or her income principally from illegal gambling activities; or

(xii) Is or was a habitual drunkard.

 

Note: This is not a legal advice.  You should seek the advice of an immigration attorney regarding your specific circumstances.  Our office help applicants for naturalization find solutions to their problems.

 

SUCCESS STORIES

  1. On April 18, 2018, we received a grant of waiver from Immigration Court for a husband and wife client who made a misrepresentation of their  marital status but has no criminal records, has long residence and strong family ties in the U.S.
  2. On April 12, 2018, the Immigration Judge in San Francisco approved a waiver of misrepresentation in applying for a visa       for our client who has been in the U.S. for 26          years, no criminal record and strong family ties in the U.S.
  3. On April 3, 2018, we received an approval from USCIS for a U visa for a client who was a victim of crime.
  4. For the month ending March 31, 2018, we received approvals for four naturalization applications.
  5. For the week ending March 31, 2018, we received approvals of six Adjustment of Status, two Application to Remove Condition on Residence and two Renewal of Green Card approvals.
  6. On March 9, 2018, we received an approval from USCIS for adjustment of status for a client who was abused by her spouse.  The I-601 waiver was approved based on extreme hardship.
  7. On February 15, 2018, we received a grant from Immigration Judge for a waiver of misrepresentation for a client who has been in the U.S. for long period of time.
  8. For the week ending February 9, 2018, we received approvals of one I-485, one N-400, one I-90 and one I-751.
  9. On January 12, 2018, we received an approval of immigrant visa at the U.S. Consulate Manila for an alien who applied for I-601-A as one who entered as a seaman.
  10. On January 10, 2018, we received an approval form USCIS of a self petition for abused spouse based on same sex marriage.
  11. On January 3, 2018, we received an approval from the Immigration Court for a waiver of misrepresentation for a client who was charged with misrepresentation in marriage;
  12. On December 15, 2017, we received an approval from USCIS for an adjustment of status for same sex marriage for an applicant who entered without inspection but has Sec. 245 (i).
  13. On November 16, 2017, we received an approval from Immigration Court for a waiver of misrepresentation for entering as single daughter of U.S. citizen but actually married.

If you have immigration problems the Law Offices of Crispin C. Lozano can help you find a solution before your problem   gets worse which could lead to deportation and family separation.

Crispin Caday Lozano, Esq. is an active member of the State Bar of California, the American Immigration Lawyers Association and San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association.  He specializes in immigration law and personal injury.  For free consultation email or call (info@ccllaw.net / 1-877-456-9266)



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