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Naturalizing with a Crime: A Guide to Overcoming Criminal Barriers to U.S. Citizenship

Naturalizing with a Crime: A Guide to Overcoming Criminal Barriers to U.S. Citizenship


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Criminal Naturalization is a Foreign National applying for United States Citizenship based on the fact that he/she has been a Lawful Permanent Resident for 5 years and was not born in the United States. One important question will be whether he/she has ever been arrested for, charged with, or convicted of a crime or other unlawful act. Although not every crime or civil violation creates an outright bar to receiving United States Citizenship, many do, while others will raise serious questions about whether he/she has the necessary good moral character to become a United States Citizen through naturalization.Criminal Naturalization is a complex and often misunderstood area of U.S. immigration law. It refers to the process by which a foreign national, who has been a Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) for at least five years, applies to become a United States Citizen even though they were not born in the U.S. A crucial component of this process involves an in-depth evaluation of the applicant's criminal history. One of the key questions in the naturalization application asks whether the applicant has ever been arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime, or has committed any unlawful act.While not every offense results in an automatic denial of citizenship, certain crimes-such as aggravated felonies, drug trafficking, or crimes involving moral turpitude-can permanently bar an applicant from obtaining citizenship. Other violations, including lesser criminal or civil offenses, may not lead to an outright denial but can raise significant concerns regarding the applicant's "good moral character," a vital requirement for approval.This book explores the laws, policies, and practical strategies surrounding criminal naturalization cases. It examines how the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and other government agencies evaluate criminal records, and what options are available to applicants with prior convictions. Readers will learn about the legal standards applied during naturalization interviews, the impact of expungements or pardons, and how prior immigration violations or false statements can influence the decision.With clear explanations and real-world insights, this resource is designed to guide immigrants, attorneys, and legal professionals through the intricate process of naturalization for individuals with criminal histories. It aims to demystify the balance between rehabilitation, good moral character, and lawful eligibility for U.S. citizenship, providing the knowledge and tools necessary to approach the process with confidence and understanding.

About the Author :
Brian D. Lerner is a certified expert in Immigration Law, Removal and Deportation, Citizenship, Waiver and Appeals. He is an Immigration Lawyer and runs a National Immigration Law Firm for nearly 30 years. He is an attorney who is a certified specialist that might help in Immigration & Nationality Law as issued by the California State Bar, Board of Legal Specialization.


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  • ISBN-13: 9781958990636
  • Publisher: Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, Apc
  • Publisher Imprint: Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner, Apc
  • Height: 279 mm
  • No of Pages: 212
  • Returnable: Y
  • Returnable: Y
  • Sub Title: A Guide to Overcoming Criminal Barriers to U.S. Citizenship
  • Width: 216 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1958990639
  • Publisher Date: 23 Oct 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 11 mm
  • Weight: 503 gr


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