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I have to go through a pre trial diversion programme in a shoplifting case so my finger prints would b taken at the point of

Asked over 2 years ago - Seattle, WA
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the probation dept my concern is will this affect my immigraton i am on h4 also since shoplifting comes under cimt which is a conviction under immigration dept but in a pdt programme there is no guilty verdict as far as i know so how this will effect me in immigration will they deport me,plz reply i am in a big trouble

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Answered over 2 years ago. Immigration Attorney in Seattle, WA.
Definitely pre-trial diversion is the best choice, instead of a guilty plea and conviction. Your criminal defense attorney should work with an immigration attorney to insure that the outcome won't affect your ability to apply for immigration benefits in the future.
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