Shoplifting Reduced to Disorderly Conduct

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My question involves criminal law for the state of: TX

I recently got a TX Shoplifting reduced to Disorderly Conduct, which is non moral turpitude. My question is my plea of no contest to this reduction basically means that I got a disorderly conduct on my record, right? Because for some reason I checked online and saw my record says theft reduced to disorderly conduct, not just disorderly conduct. I am asking this because I don't want this to impact my immigration---I am a legal resident.

Does it matter for immigration purposes whether it is a reduction or if the DA actually amended the charge to disorderly conduct, then I pled no contest?

thank you

[Mr. Knowitall]

When you choose to plead guilty to disorderly conduct, yes, obviously you end up being convicted of disorderly conduct and that goes on your record.

When you choose to commit crimes while a guest in another country, you put your immigration status in jeopardy.

In terms of LPR status, it's unlikely that action is going to be taken based upon a petty misdemeanor or disorderly conduct. Most people would suggest waiting at least five years if you're going to naturalize but, if you don't want to wait, you can consult an immigration lawyer for a case-specific analysis.