My derivative was arrested 15 days after i filed her 485 (May-04). My AOS is pending from Mar-03, but we got an RFE regarding the clear copies of her passport and my birth certificate. But that was for my EAD renewal, her was for ead/i-130 application.
My derivative hasn't been fingerprinted once, i went thru 2 rounds of fingerprinting and expecting my 485 approval in next 3-4 mos.
I haven't yet recd RFE for her shoplifting case.
Her case will definitely be transferred to local INS once she's fingerprinted as she has an FBI arrest record but no convictions as judge dismissed her case few days ago.
Accroding to my attorney, the permanents applicant won't be delayed or RFE'd just because the derivative has an arrest record.
Just le me know from your side, if you happen to get an RFE.
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