@bradbernsteinlaw: Brad Bernstein answers a tough but important question: Can you apply for U.S. citizenship if you were arrested for domestic violence, the case was dismissed, but there’s still an active restraining order? 📌 Here’s the truth: • Even without a conviction, a restraining order can be considered strong evidence of bad moral character • And good moral character is a requirement for naturalization • So if that restraining order is still active, you likely cannot establish good moral character during that time 📌 Brad’s advice: • Wait until the restraining order is lifted • Then wait 5 years (or 3 years if you’re married to a U.S. citizen) • Then apply, with a clean record and strong moral character during that entire statutory period 📌 Bottom Line: Dismissed charges don’t always protect you in immigration. The presence of a restraining order can delay your path to citizenship. Questions about your case? Drop them below or contact us—our link is in the bio! #CitizenshipApplication #GoodMoralCharacter #BradBernstein #ImmigrationLaw #USCIS #RestrainingOrder #DomesticViolenceCharge #ImmigrationHelp #Naturalization #ImmigrationTikTok

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Wednesday 23 April 2025 15:45:21 GMT