ROC with DUI

[dadajhow 6]

I have not read here yet, am I the only one?

Here is my question...

-I am applying for my ROC in October and last year I got a DUI. Is there any problems? I am still married and we have all the proof that we are together....

Shoud I be worried about the DUI that I got last year???

Thank you all soooo much... and good luck to you all!!!

[Hypnos 6,578]

Yes, it could be a problem. You should consult with an experienced immigration attorney, as a DUI could render you inadmissible, depending on the exact nature of the offence and your state's DUI laws.

[dadajhow 6]

Yes, it could be a problem. You should consult with an experienced immigration attorney, as a DUI could render you inadmissible, depending on the exact nature of the offence and your state's DUI laws.

it was a misdemeanor, state of california... nothing crazy like crashing or killing anyone ,,,, just a regular DUI...

[lola12 1]

Hi dadjhow,

I am in the same situation as you are and I already called an Immigration attorney and he said, that a dwi/dui is not a basis to denied your ROC applications, now they might want you to send the outcome of your case, or perhaps even interviewed you, but if your marriage is legit i DONT SEE HOW YOU COULD BE DENIED.

[Hypnos 6,578]

Then hopefully not, but DUI can sometimes be considered a crime involving moral turpitude, and if so this could lead to your inadmissibility. Exploring the issue with an attorney is the way to go. Absent of any property damage or injuries (or worse), then I suspect you'll probably be ok, but IANAL.

Edited March 21, 2014 by Hypnos

[lola12 1]

If this was his first offense and like he said there was no accident or lost lives, that will not be considered a crime involving moral turpitude. I

[dadajhow 6]

Hi dadjhow,

I am in the same situation as you are and I already called an Immigration attorney and he said, that a dwi/dui is not a basis to denied your ROC applications, now they might want you to send the outcome of your case, or perhaps even interviewed you, but if your marriage is legit i DONT SEE HOW YOU COULD BE DENIED.

yeahhhhhhhhhhh I am not alone!!! Well that is what I was thinking! I work pay taxes , live with my wife , I am not an alcoholic, just had a bad luck after a work dinner and couple glasses of wine ... but anyways , I am hoping an interview and get everything done right?!!! usually there is no interview but in my case I think there is one .. I also went to Brazil to visit my family and came back ... they asked at the airport abt my DUI but let me go... not a big deal...

[carton025 38]

Unlike the above poster, hypnos, I really don't see a dui as a problem unless you killed someone, or caused substantial damage or injuries to others..., but this is just my opinion. People, including politicians and clergy get duis and it is not a big deal. But, you still have to disclose any arrests and court results related to any arrest. Personally, I would not hire an attorney, after all, he is only going to be a mouthpiece after the fact. To offer examples, I was the petitioner for my gal and I have a few dui's... and it was not a problem and she is now getting ready to apply for her citizenship. My gal also got a ticket for running a red light, and from what I read about the N-600 instructions, she is going to have to list this... Yeah, I know the two don't relate but it is still part of the process.

I would just list the charge(s), arrest and disposition of the case. Also, this is just a "misdemeanor" and, in my opinion not a "crime involving moral turpitude" but then again I am not a rocket scientist like some people on this forum like to think they are. You really have no choice but to file for the ROC within a timely manner and unless you have a pocket full of honey money, do it yourself and forget the attorney. You have nothing to gain by having an expensive mouthpiece nor more to lose by listing the arrest and outcome.

Best of luck!

[dadajhow 6]

If this was his first offense and like he said there was no accident or lost lives, that will not be considered a crime involving moral turpitude. I I

I am looking into the same way,,, regular DUI ... Hope there is no problem , as I said before ... I think there will be an interview for sure ... but nothing to be worried abt... DEFINITIVELY NOT DRINKING AND DRIVING AGAIN

[dadajhow 6]

Unlike the above poster, hypnos, I really don't see a dui as a problem unless you killed someone, or caused substantial damage or injuries to others..., but this is just my opinion. People, including politicians and clergy get duis and it is not a big deal. But, you still have to disclose any arrests and court results related to any arrest. Personally, I would not hire an attorney, after all, he is only going to be a mouthpiece after the fact. To offer examples, I was the petitioner for my gal and I have a few dui's... and it was not a problem and she is now getting ready to apply for her citizenship. My gal also got a ticket for running a red light, and from what I read about the N-600 instructions, she is going to have to list this... Yeah, I know the two don't relate but it is still part of the process.

I would just list the charge(s), arrest and disposition of the case. Also, this is just a "misdemeanor" and, in my opinion not a "crime involving moral turpitude" but then again I am not a rocket scientist like some people on this forum like to think they are. You really have no choice but to file for the ROC within a timely manner and unless you have a pocket full of honey money, do it yourself and forget the attorney. You have nothing to gain by having an expensive mouthpiece nor more to lose by listing the arrest and outcome.

Best of luck!

you got it!!! Feels good to hear that and I wasnt planning on hiring an attorney... wast of money as u said THANK YOU VERY MUCHHHH

[Hypnos 6,578]

I did not say hire a lawyer, I said consult with one, which would cost a nominal fee, or may even be free. I suspect that the OP will probably be fine, but if I were in his shoes I would take legal advice over the matter. Of course, what you choose to do in your particular cases is up to you.

[Jon and Krissy 452]

yeahhhhhhhhhhh I am not alone!!! Well that is what I was thinking! I work pay taxes , live with my wife , I am not an alcoholic, just had a bad luck after a work dinner and couple glasses of wine ... but anyways , I am hoping an interview and get everything done right?!!! usually there is no interview but in my case I think there is one .. I also went to Brazil to visit my family and came back ... they asked at the airport abt my DUI but let me go... not a big deal...

'Bad luck'? I think not. Poor judgement, more like.

[jkelly07 120]

it's ok for now but later for your n-400 citizen you could have a problem with moral, so keep all your records of the DUI and court papers and school. you're going to need al of that for your citizenship interview, write now the 1-751 roc wants to know if your marriage is real a bonafide relationship.evidence