Green card if fiance has an outstanding warrant

[utopia2004]

Utopia,

You have lot more problems than this greencard process. Your husband is a felon who can be picked up anytime, including on your wedding day at a local court. I am certain your husband record will pop up when you apply for marriage license. It seems as if you are an accomplice to his criminal enterprise, fleeing from one state to another? I will turn all wanted criminals, family or friends or friend of anybody within my circle of friends..

If he has a disregard for the law, I wonder how he will have a regard for you as his spouse. Worst of all, USCIS will put close scrutiny on this marriage, because it will reek fraud. If he's a felon, then he has no way of providing for you, employers shun upon criminals. I am not saying he can't be employed, I am simply saying that he won't be a strong position to demonstrate ability to support you. 4 months in prison, who is going to provide for you? How are you going to afford the immigration fees? If they ask at the interview, who paid for the application fees?

Your accusing me of being a criminal? i am in the UK, i met him when he had already skipped parole im a student but i dont think i have to justify myself on here for asking questions about a green card.

I don't care that hes a felon because i love him and its in the past now, actually hes a young offender, hes 23 and wants to straighten his life out now, his crimes are not major, so whats the problem? he does construction and he has connections for jobs in that once he gets out with old employers. Construction jobs arent that hard with a felony if you know people and have the skills/hardworker

I can provide for myself, he wont be the only one working.

 

[Al Southner]

Your accusing me of being a criminal? i am in the UK, i met him when he had already skipped parole im a student but i dont think i have to justify myself on here for asking questions about a green card.

I don't care that hes a felon because i love him and its in the past now, actually hes a young offender, hes 23 and wants to straighten his life out now, his crimes are not major, so whats the problem? he does construction and he has connections for jobs in that once he gets out with old employers. Construction jobs arent that hard with a felony if you know people and have the skills/hardworker

I can provide for myself, he wont be the only one working.

"You are either with us or with the terrorist" So said G.W Bush. You are either on the side of the law or that of a lawbreaker. You mentioned he skipped parole from one state to another. How is he getting his life together if he skipped his obligation to the state?

You aren't in love with this man, but what you can get out of this man. I wish you the best in dealing with USCIS, they will surely have a hot dog day with both of you. He is also required to proof that he has been filing taxes, proof of income and none of these butt jobs count towards meeting this requirement. He will need W2, because claiming he's above the poverty line without proof won't pass the smell test.

 

[thomas_psu]

Al is pretty spot on. There are far too many complications and you would be better served to talk to a lawyer before you move any further on this.

 

[VisaNutz]

utopia.. I think it's uncalled for to give you advice on your relationship and life choices. However, there are certain related things that will play a part in your immigration process.

First of all, your bf is a US citizen. So, technically his background shouldn't matter at all. The most crucial element of GC via marriage is a BONA-FIDE MARRIAGE. That's what you need to prove to the officers, regardless of where you do the process - consular processing in UK or Adjustment of Status in US.

Now, IOs will analyze your marriage with all the information they have. While I don't doubt the nature of your relationship - mostly anyone would stay away from marrying someone he/she doesn't know very well, lives in a different country. On top of that, marrying someone with a criminal history that involves jail time and warrants - raises questions about the intent of the marriage. That's all you will need to overcome.

 

[VisaNutz]

thanks.

so how much money is required to help towards in the bank?

Do you know the evidence needed.. is it bank statements or tax returns?

Thanks again for your help.

You will need 5 times the amount needed to meet the 125% of poverty level for your household size. So, for example, if you need to meet $25K, and your bf's income (verifiable by tax-returns, W-2s) is $20K, you will need $5K x 5 = $25K in cash and/or assets.

 

[utopia2004]

"You are either with us or with the terrorist" So said G.W Bush. You are either on the side of the law or that of a lawbreaker. You mentioned he skipped parole from one state to another. How is he getting his life together if he skipped his obligation to the state?

You aren't in love with this man, but what you can get out of this man. I wish you the best in dealing with USCIS, they will surely have a hot dog day with both of you. He is also required to proof that he has been filing taxes, proof of income and none of these butt jobs count towards meeting this requirement. He will need W2, because claiming he's above the poverty line without proof won't pass the smell test.

How ironic that you post a quote by bush of all people... wow..

Yep thanks visanutz im not really here for relationship advice

by going back to do the time.
Bold: are you serious man? are you a troll or something? you dont know who im in love with you dont know me

 

[sag408]

What specifically was he convicted of? Recent changes to the law make US citizens who have been convicted of certain crimes ineligible to sponsor spouses or minor children.

Where might I find more info on this law?

many thanks!

 

[utopia2004]

utopia.. I think it's uncalled for to give you advice on your relationship and life choices. However, there are certain related things that will play a part in your immigration process.

First of all, your bf is a US citizen. So, technically his background shouldn't matter at all. The most crucial element of GC via marriage is a BONA-FIDE MARRIAGE. That's what you need to prove to the officers, regardless of where you do the process - consular processing in UK or Adjustment of Status in US.

Now, IOs will analyze your marriage with all the information they have. While I don't doubt the nature of your relationship - mostly anyone would stay away from marrying someone he/she doesn't know very well, lives in a different country. On top of that, marrying someone with a criminal history that involves jail time and warrants - raises questions about the intent of the marriage. That's all you will need to overcome.

Thanks visanutz, well i have plenty of emails/pictures/videos/phone bills as proof and people that know us where we stayed whilst out there.. so i wont have a problem proving anything. So if that is the main thing along with the work/taxes that shouldnt be a problem as i know he can get a job in construction. I know my boyfriend well.

So thanks for all your help.

 

[Al Southner]

How ironic that you post a quote by bush of all people... wow..

Yep thanks visanutz im not really here for relationship advice

by going back to do the time.
Bold: are you serious man? are you a troll or something? you dont know who im in love with you dont know me

Since I don't have the authority to deny this petition, be glad that I am asking all this pointed questions and challenging the veracity of your claims. When the USCIS officer is asking these questions, smart responses like you don't know me won't be sufficient because he will have the full might of the law to rip nuts off the ground... You are clearly in love with this man to be up all night tracking this forum for responses... You can collect all the evidence you can under the sun, appearing before an IO who will be curious to know why among all the eligible bachelors, you chose an assault and theft specialist as your "prince charming. Once again, you have to defend this as a legitimate marriage, NOT a sham one for a GC. All marriages are presumed to be for fraud, just like all visa applicants are viewed within the prism of seeking to remain indefinitely in the US...


USCIS will closely examine this marriage for fraud, I am certain college student aren't in the business of marrying people fleeing from the law. So, your case will require a special attention to start with, so start collecting phone bills and each and everything, including proof of collect calls from his jail time... I can have more fun with your case cause I don't have to proof that I am in love with someone fleeing from the law, so you are the one who has to face the IO and eat a hot porridge on his behavior. Once again from the leader of the free world who is also a great philosopher and thinker...

"A lot of times in politics you have people look you in the eye and tell you
what's not on their mind." --George W. Bush, Sochi, Russia, April 6, 2008

A lot of times, you have to tell young hungry immigrants that what they are trying to do is going to bite their butt, but that's not on their mind, but the need to cross the Atlantic to start life with a fugitive from parole board..

 

[utopia2004]

i actually have jet lag thats why im still up just got back from the US yesterday. And its bugging me.

Im going to speak to a lawyer, probably the best bet.

If i was going to marry to get a green card i would hardly choose a felon, with all the issues it brings lol. I cant help who i love unfortunately. And he wont be a fugitive by the time we apply as hes doing his time, he has flown back to the state yesterday also.

anyway thanks for all your advice.

 

[VisaNutz]

Hey utopia,
If you do get married to your bf and it's for all the right reasons, I don't think you have much to worry about. Just think of things normal married couples do and collect such proofs.

 

[TheRealCanadian]

First of all, your bf is a US citizen. So, technically his background shouldn't matter at all.

This is completely incorrect. Read up on the changes to the INA based on the Adam Walsh Child Protection Act. There's a reason why the I-130 petitioner now needs to provide a G-325.

 

[thomas_psu]

This is completely incorrect. Read up on the changes to the INA based on the Adam Walsh Child Protection Act. There's a reason why the I-130 petitioner now needs to provide a G-325.

Absolutely. The petitioner's background is checked for sure. I don't know the level of detail but his/her background information will be with the IO at the time of the interview. A colleague of mine had his GC interview recently in Philly and his spouse was asked about some of her travel details which was not mentioned anywhere in any of the applications. So I have to guess USCIS does some background check on the petitioner.

 

[Triple Citizen]

Correct. My fiancee' (now wife) had an IBIS check run against her name when she sponsored my I-129F.

This is completely incorrect. Read up on the changes to the INA based on the Adam Walsh Child Protection Act. There's a reason why the I-130 petitioner now needs to provide a G-325.

 

[Al Southner]

i actually have jet lag thats why im still up just got back from the US yesterday. And its bugging me.

Im going to speak to a lawyer, probably the best bet.

If i was going to marry to get a green card i would hardly choose a felon, with all the issues it brings lol. I cant help who i love unfortunately. And he wont be a fugitive by the time we apply as hes doing his time, he has flown back to the state yesterday also.

anyway thanks for all your advice.

Incredible!!! I am not aware of anyone running from the law who decides to use commercial airline to travel. All passenger booking their flights are checked for criminal histories, primarily to nab fugitives... Unless he's flew on Southwest airlines, which is known to carry notorious criminals while throwing a peanuts and 2 day old sandwich at them...

Once again, you chose this man and only time and USCIS will tell if this is for love or the weed card which happens to be green... He's going to have to pass a background check, to ensure he's NOT a sexual deviant or under any federal investigation too, routinely done to ensure that immigrants aren't flogged by natives... So, until them, enjoy him and his limited freedom.

 

[VisaNutz]

This is completely incorrect. Read up on the changes to the INA based on the Adam Walsh Child Protection Act. There's a reason why the I-130 petitioner now needs to provide a G-325.

TRC, my comment was in reference to OPs situation. I meant, the type of conviction OP's bf has shouldn't matter on her eligibility to become an LPR - nor does it make him ineligible to file I-130 on her behalf.

 

[VisaNutz]

Incredible!!! I am not aware of anyone running from the law who decides to use commercial airline to travel. All passenger booking their flights are checked for criminal histories, primarily to nab fugitives... Unless he's flew on Southwest airlines, which is known to carry notorious criminals while throwing a peanuts and 2 day old sandwich at them...

Once again, you chose this man and only time and USCIS will tell if this is for love or the weed card which happens to be green... He's going to have to pass a background check, to ensure he's NOT a sexual deviant or under any federal investigation too, routinely done to ensure that immigrants aren't flogged by natives... So, until them, enjoy him and his limited freedom.

Al, typically I enjoy your humorous posts. In this case, however, I think your comments towards the OP can be seen as rude. While I don't condone OP's bf's criminal behavior, I think the discussion should be limited to the extent OP's bf's criminal background affects her chances of getting a GC.

 

[Al Southner]

Al, typically I enjoy your humorous posts. In this case, however, I think your comments towards the OP can be seen as rude. While I don't condone OP's bf's criminal behavior, I think the discussion should be limited to the extent OP's bf's criminal background affects her chances of getting a GC.

Apologies to the OP, I hope she doesn't take offense to my dry humor. I hope she understand the consequences of this life altering decision, marrying someone who has a criminal past. I meant background check in general, which include a whole host of issues. So, the use of sexual deviant was a tongue and cheek reference. For example, if Bill O' Reilly was to sponsor a producer for greencard, assuming he divorces and that producer happens to be from Kazakhastan. I am certain that his alleged past harassment of a producer might be relevant. USCIS might check if he is still a regular member of loohaf club of the month...

 

[Conniewangui]

Good luck with everything. I hope your Fiance can straighten out his life and he has a chance to since he's only 23. Let us know how everything goes.

 

[utopia2004]

I did take the comments to be pretty rude. I came here for help, maybe this is why many people don't bother posting to ask for help if judgemental/sarcastic responses are what they get in response. However, i accept the apology. NO ONE knows my situation except me so no one can really comment on it. He has one felony and a few misds. The felony was not violent or sexual, i have looked into the IMBR law and he doesn't fall within those specific crimes. He is 23 and has a chance to straighten out his life.