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Will a felony conviction for child abuse cause a resident alien to be deported

Will a felony conviction for child abuse cause a resident alien to be deported? (No other criminal history) If so, does adjudication being withheld make any difference?

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Certainly a legal possibility and certainly something you need an attorney for.
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Nicholas Chukwuemeka Okorocha
Nicholas Chukwuemeka Okorocha, licensed in California

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Will it? That's impossible to answer as to the specific individual. Could it? Certainly. The following link may be helpful: http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/8/1227.text..... Generally, if the crime involves "moral turpitude" or is an offense for which one MAY (note not "IS") be incarcerated for a period in excess of a year (and felony child abuse qualifies), it is a deportable offense. So are crimes against children.
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Nicholas Chukwuemeka Okorocha
Nicholas Chukwuemeka Okorocha, licensed in California

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I agree with Mr. Bassett. You should consult with an attorney licensed to practice in Florida immediately, preferrably one with immigration experience. Generally however, felony convictions may result in deportation.

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