I have a friend that got into a problem and she is a permanent resident and it became a misdemeanor and she is afraid of being deported.
2007-07-24 10:44:19 · 11 answers · asked by Isabel 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
It depends upon the nature of the misdemeanor, but yes, they can be.
Obviously, they won't deport someone for a misdemeanor speeding ticket, although they could...however, they could and probably would deport someone for petit theft, minor drug offenses, vandalism, etc.
The fact is, there isn't enough time for the INS to go after people entering the country illegally...do you really think they'll catch someone on a misdemeanor when they're here?
As long as he/she takes care of the offense in court, it will look better if he/she is caught by the INS on the topic.
2007-07-24 10:50:46 · answer #1 · answered by Gary D 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
In some cases yes...
Federal laws define certain types of crimes that are considered felonies at the federal level, and which can be grounds for deportation.
Even if the state happens to make the same crime only a misdemeanor, it's the federal classification of that crime that determines whether it is grounds for deportation.
So, it all depends on the specific crime, and what the immigration laws say.
2007-07-24 10:48:05 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If she is a permanent resident, she will most likely not be deported for a misdemeanor, but, it depends upon the case, and, the state that you live in.
I would contact an attorney and ask just that question.
2007-07-24 11:10:36 · answer #3 · answered by Amanda h 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The wording here is "crimes involving moral turpitude" as found in the Immigration & Nationality Act. If the crime meets this definition, she can be removed from the U.S. It will not matter whether it was a felony or misdemeanor.
Drug charges, even without a conviction, can cause her serious problems in this area.
Without knowing what her "problem" is, nobody can say for sure. I suggest she spend a few dollars with an immigration lawyer. Call it an investment in her future.
2007-07-24 12:41:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she's already a permanent resident, no, she will not be deported. She got lucky. If I were her I'd knock it off, though.
2007-07-24 10:48:40 · answer #5 · answered by ☆Bombastic☆ 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
It depends on the type of misdemeanor it is.
2007-07-24 10:52:22 · answer #6 · answered by DAR 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It depends on crime, but yes, it's possible. It's especially possible if illegal drugs (including marijuana) are involved.
2007-07-24 10:50:18 · answer #7 · answered by Yak Rider 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes.
2007-07-24 10:46:56 · answer #8 · answered by davidmi711 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
We don't want criminals in America. She committed a crime so she might get deported.
2007-07-24 11:03:52 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋
LOL anon, you rock.
2007-07-24 12:01:55 · answer #10 · answered by Commandant Marcos 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋