I am an international student on F1 visa. I was earlier convicted on sexual imposition (Misdemeanor level 3) and was arrested for a month. The maximum possible jail time was 60 days. I am currently in probation for a year's time. I will be graduating in June 2006 and have applied for Optional Practical Training (OPT). My Probation officer had earlier mentioned that i'd need to come till June before she lets me free.
1. My question is will I have any problem getting my OPT from USCIS.
2. In future, when a company sponsors H1-B will I face any further problems getting it? I believe there is something called Petty offense exception. Am I eligible for that?
3. In regards to the jobs, do I volunteer to disclose information about this incident during face to face interviews? Is it okay if I dont disclose any info if they ask only about felonies? What if while doing the background check they find out this misdemeanor although they are only looking for felonies? Will they ignore it or take it seriously? Please advise.

