I had a minor incident with my wife (domestic), arrested and case was dismissed by the judge.I have no conviction whatsoever. However, I am now applying for expungement of my arrest record which should be completed in a couple of months.I am a Green Card holder who is up for Naturalization. I want to leave for vacation outside of the USA, but am afraid if I leave now, I will be denied re-entry because of this arrest record. Does an expungement make any difference for the Immigration Officer at the airport because I believe he can still see it. Will I be denied reentry? Do I have to take the court order of dismissal and expungement order with me to be on the safe side? Thanks for your help! Remember, I have not been convicted of anything.
2007-01-24 14:00:32 · 8 answers · asked by Sim 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
Get some legal advice before you leave, perhaps even talk to the immigration office, I'm sure it wouldn't be a problem..
2007-01-24 14:22:25 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. Smoothie, aka Mr. SmartAss 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would you mess with this...See an immigration lawyer, before you leave the country, and get the proper advice.If you can't afford a Lawyer, cancell your holiday and wait til you are naturalized.
2007-01-24 14:12:45 · answer #2 · answered by bob shark 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
certain. you may reenter and go away lower back, yet in case you'd be lengthy gone more advantageous than a three hundred and sixty 5 days (on your next departure) or were lengthy gone more advantageous than a three hundred and sixty 5 days, i might want to get yet another reentry enable.
2016-12-03 00:33:35 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
doubt it. not sure about all the laws (i dont think anybody is)
but as long as you don't stay more than 180 days outside, you don't need a re-entry permit anyway. i think you should be fine.
good luck budd
2007-01-24 14:11:40 · answer #4 · answered by magiceye81 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it will go against you, but you can check at www.uscis.gov
Where you from originally and how do I get a green card? I'm from the UK.
2007-01-24 14:32:44 · answer #5 · answered by Paul The Rock Ape 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we are not the people to ask, I dont think it would, but you are best to contact immigration and naturalization before you leave.
2007-01-24 16:30:28 · answer #6 · answered by Mendi8a 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just because you weren't convicted doesn't mean you are not guilty.
2007-01-24 15:17:51 · answer #7 · answered by fallen_angel 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I hope they don't let you back in if your a wife beater!
2007-01-24 15:43:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋