N400 & Traffic Warning..

[girevick 0]

Hi all,

So i submitted my N400 application, and marked "no" on the citation question, because I had received a speeding ticket in 2011 which I had reduced to a non-moving violation, and paid the fine - regardless, I have proof of payment and documentation which I will carry with me to my interview.

My question is about a traffic incident I had last year.. I was an out of state drive in CA, and was involved in a fender bender on the highway. The California Highway Patrol did not cite me at the time, as fault was not determinable. My rental car insurance took care of the payments etc. About 8 months later, I received a warning letter from the California DMV issuing me a point for the incident, but without 'citing' me or having me pay a fine or issuing a court date. So basically, all I have is this warning letter with a point. Do I need to mention this to the IO? I'm not sure what to do with this warning in the N400 process.

I appreciate any advice or suggestions you might have about this.

Thanks,

Parth

[Eugr 5]

I would be more concerned about not mentioning your speeding ticket, as it falls under "have you ever been cited" category. I don't think it would affect anything, but to be on the safe side I would mention it when you and your IO will be reviewing your application at the interview. If it was under $500 (IIRC) you don't have to provide any evidence. Having paid tickets would not be a ground for denial of your US Citizenship, but knowingly answering "no" when it's "yes" might. I think if you mention it on the interview you'll be just fine.

[girevick 0]

Hi Eugr,

Thanks for the reply. My fine was under 200, and the ticket was moved to a non-moving violation, which is why I didn't put it as a "yes" or i'd need to include tickets for a broken tail-light or things like that which I've read need not be mentioned. Anyway, I do have proof of payment and I do intend to notify the IO during the interview of the misunderstanding if any. As for the main question - I spoke to a few lawyers who mentioned that I do not need to mention the traffic warning, so that is a bit of a relief to know.

Thanks.