I was charged with DWI ,now I am applying for AOS,I-485 Part 3. 1b do I mark Yes or No?

Asked over 1 year ago - Babylon, NY

Today my case was dismissed,they gave me 50 hours of community services and Drinking Driver Program,can I apply now for AOS,or I have to complete all community hours and DDP?And in I-485 Part 3.1b it says"excluding traffic violations" should I answer Yes or No?
Please help,I can't afford to hire an immigration attorney.
Thank you very much,very apriciate your help

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  1. Carl Michael Shusterman


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    Answered . You should answer "yes".

  2. Alexander Joseph Segal

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    Answered . Say yes, and explain at the interview. It is always better to err on the side of caution.

  3. Justin G. Randolph

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    Answered . DWI isn't really considered a traffic violation but it also wouldn't render you inadmissible. You want to put yes and bring a certified disposition showing that it was dismissed.

    My answering this question does not form an attorney-client relationship. Always retain a qualified attorney... more

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