Shoplifting deferred action immigration?

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   Norman McKellar

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   Answered June 21, 2012 07:50. I agree with the other attorney responses. Simply put, it's too early to tell since the definition of "significant misdemeanor" is still a work in progress. Contact an immigration attorney to discuss this matter and stay informed as these new regulations develop.

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   Neil FleischerPro

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   Answered June 20, 2012 13:58. We do not know for sure, but it seems it will bea problem
   For more info on what we DO know see link below
   
   http://immigrate2usa.blogspot.com/2012/06/defer...

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   J Ferrari

   Los Angeles Immigration Attorney

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   Answered June 20, 2012 14:07. It could. It depends on how USCIS will define "significant misdemeanor."

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   Steven VosbikianPro

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   Answered June 20, 2012 14:38. You should retain an immigration attorney and have him/her obtain the certified disposition. From there, he/she can vet the case out as to whether or not you should go ahead and file.

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   Ari J SauerPro

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   Answered June 20, 2012 14:59. Anyone with any criminal convictions should hire an attorney for this process.
   
   Here is an explanation of what we know so far as to what criminal violations will make someone ineligible for deferred action under this rule:
   
   http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fim...
   
   Ari Sauer
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