Deportation For Having More Than One Retail Fraud Conviction

[Terrified]

I just found out that INS will attempt to deport any US resident who has more than 1 retail fraud - 3rd degree which are related to moral turpitude (I also was told if one of the retail frd conviction with max penalty of $500 and max 93 days in jail alone isn't enough for deportation, but because there are 2 convictions... most likely will be a serious issue for deportation).

My relative is about to appear in court for pre-trail of the 2nd retail fraud - 3rd degree. Is there an equivalent conviction which he can ask for which avoid to be related with the moral turpitude issue for INS will spare his behind?

[Mr. Knowitall]

He can attempt to plead to a lesser shoplifting charge. He should be working through a criminal defense lawyer familiar with immigration issues, or having any proposed plea deal approved by an immigration lawyer before pleading guilty.

[Alex Berd, Esq.]

It is important to know in what State your relative resides. You should consult an immigration attorney to avoid immigration consequences of the second conviction/trial. Your immigration attorney should cooperate with your criminal lawyer to get the best result.

Best regrads,