RobertBobert
New Member
Hello,
I'm currently 28 years old, have been in the US since 1998. Almost 10 years ago I got into a bunch of trouble, driving on a suspended license, theft in the 3rd degree and theft in the 2nd degree which is the felony and a marijuana misdemeanor charge. In WA state. I also completed a court drug diversion program, and since then have been for the most part a normal good tax paying citizen. Have not even been pulled over since. I have a good life, good job and family, I love this country and am very anxious to get my citizenship. I'm afraid my past might have ruined my chances at this. Both of my parents became citizens but were divorced when my dad got his, so I wasn't under his custody, and my mom did it after I turned 18. So it's up to me to get it. I renewed my green card 3 years ago with no hassle and no lawyer. I'm not taking any chances this time though, I'm seeing a lawyer in a week and hopefully I gather enough funds for the lawyer to assist me through out the process. I am currently in the process of expunging as much of my record as possible and have made some good headway with the felony charge by reinstating my rights which were taken away at the time of conviction.
I love this country and I am ashamed for what I did but my community gave me a second chance I just hope immigration sees that and gives me a chance too. I'm wondering if anyone here has any advice for me. Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Robert
I'm currently 28 years old, have been in the US since 1998. Almost 10 years ago I got into a bunch of trouble, driving on a suspended license, theft in the 3rd degree and theft in the 2nd degree which is the felony and a marijuana misdemeanor charge. In WA state. I also completed a court drug diversion program, and since then have been for the most part a normal good tax paying citizen. Have not even been pulled over since. I have a good life, good job and family, I love this country and am very anxious to get my citizenship. I'm afraid my past might have ruined my chances at this. Both of my parents became citizens but were divorced when my dad got his, so I wasn't under his custody, and my mom did it after I turned 18. So it's up to me to get it. I renewed my green card 3 years ago with no hassle and no lawyer. I'm not taking any chances this time though, I'm seeing a lawyer in a week and hopefully I gather enough funds for the lawyer to assist me through out the process. I am currently in the process of expunging as much of my record as possible and have made some good headway with the felony charge by reinstating my rights which were taken away at the time of conviction.
I love this country and I am ashamed for what I did but my community gave me a second chance I just hope immigration sees that and gives me a chance too. I'm wondering if anyone here has any advice for me. Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Robert