Megan E. asked

⚖️  Law

I got a 4-month civil restraining order from my ex-boyfriend last year, and I am now applying for a green card. Will this affect my application, and how should I answer the following questions in the questionnaire: 14) Have you EVER been arrested, cited, charged, or detained for any reason by any law enforcement official? 17) Have you EVER been ordered punished by a judge or had conditions imposed on you that restrained your liberty? 19) Have you EVER violated any controlled substance law or regulation of a state, the United States, or a foreign country?

March 12th, 2023

Jason B. answered

A civil restraining order typically does not affect your ability to apply for a green card, but any ...

March 12th, 2023

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