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DUI conviction and application for citizenship is DUI a deportable offense

Please take a look at the link to the Naturalization Guide on this website. You should speak to an immigration attorney before you apply again for citizenship. It would be a good idea to first get a copy of your criminal record from all the courts you were convicted so that the attorney knows exactly which convictions you have. This will help to see if you are in danger of deportation for your crime. Abandoning your application should not be a problem. But talk with an attorney and...

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What happen if my green card expired 7 years ago?

The green card is a document, but you keep your status until it is taken from you. So before you apply for a new card consult with an attorney. You should ask about your eligibility for citizenship too.

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Immigration

He should speak with an immigration lawyer about his criminal record which could affect his eligibility for becoming a permanent resident. Did he enter with documents? Does he have family here that can petition for him? These are questions that need to be answered in determining his options.

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Naturalization - list as Married or Single?

Since same sex marriage is not recognized under federal law anyway, you are technically not married for immigration purposes. I recommend you explain your marital status on the application (you can attach another page if there is not room). For example, you can check "married" but write in "same-sex marriage" to be completely honest in your application. Good luck!

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Planning on Divorce with my Conditional Green Card Status

As long as you had a good faith marriage, you may be eligible for a waiver of the conditions on your green card. Speak with an immigration attorney about how to proceed.

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I petitioned by husband and IRS

Did your husband enter the US with documents? Did you file just an I-130 or also an Adjustment of Status? It would probably be a good idea to talk to an immigration attorney to sort out everything about the tax returns and jobs before the next steps in your case. It is important to at this point not misrepresent any information to USCIS.

Can my husband request citizenship for his longlost daughter he has in mexico?

I agree that there would need to be evidence that he is in fact the father. A DNA test is a good idea. The citizenship laws are complicated depending upon the year the child was born and the year the parent became a citizen. So it is important to talk to an immigration attorney to analyze your specific case.

Is there another way to get a permanent resident visa if you were denied the marriage visa?

If you have a finding of marriage fraud, there is a chance that no petition can be filed for you. Have an immigration attorney review your case and why it was denied and explain your options.

Immigration and marriage

It is best for your cousin to speak with an immigration lawyer about possible fraud problems before he moves forward.

What happens if...

Seems like you need to get the Chinese documents translated. There are serious consequences for leaving things out in immigration. I suggest you speak with an immigration attorney about your case.