Form N-400, Section 10 Part D

[RioBravo]

I was looking at the naturalization form as I'll be able to apply in a few months and got to Part D of Section 10, Good Moral Character. I was given a citation a month ago for using a fake ID to try and get in to a bar. It was probably the dumbest choice I've ever made, but I have to live with it. The officer told me that he could have charged me with a criminal offense but decided to give me a civil citation instead. From my understanding this is similar to a traffic ticket. I have to go to court and will probably pay a fine (no more than $500) and/or get community service.

How do I answer questions 17 and 18? I don't think this is really something you get "convicted" for. And if I only get a fine, how do I answer question 19?

God I wish I could turn back time and tell myself not to be an idiot.

[-me-]

what is the violation code on the citation and which state are you in? Also, how is your violation qualified on the ticket? Misdemeanor/Infaction?

[RioBravo]

It says it's "in violation of Md. Ann. Code", CR Section 10 Sub Section 115. There's a box for "Municipal Infraction" next to "Md. Ann. Code" but that's not the one he checked.

[-me-]

Until you go to the court, 17- yes, 18-no. If you found guilty in the court, then 18 - yes. If innocent or deferred judgement or any other delay - no.

The issue is that IO may want to see this violation fully addressed (and paid if applicable) by the court before you get approval.