Green Card Interview- Marriage based green card. Can I be rejected for not fully telling the truth?

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   Michael Neufeld

   Phoenix Immigration Attorney

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   Answered May 24, 2012 00:47. In short possibly yes if you worked without authorization the agent could choose to just let it go or she could make it a big issue.

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   Rebekah Rodriguez

   Houston Immigration Attorney

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   Answered May 24, 2012 02:42. If your spouse is a US Citizen, and you initially came legally (which it sounds like you did), working without authorization is forgiven. HOWEVER, lying or being dishonest in the application is another thing, and is harshly looked upon. I think whether or not it becomes the deciding factor depends on your applicaiton as a whole. Since you have been married for 7 years, it is likely that the officer will find your marriage to be in good faith and you will have no problems. It sounds like they are waiting on the background check to finish. No guarantees, but Best of luck!

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   J Ferrari

   Los Angeles Immigration Attorney

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   Answered May 24, 2012 10:33. Not only can you be denied for not telling the truth, but you could be prosecuted and/or deported.

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