I have been convicted of a crime, may I still apply for US citizenship?

Applicants are required to show good moral character. Certain convictions may adversely affect one's ability to show good moral character. In some instances, applicants are not able to demonstrate good moral character when they engage in certain criminal conduct even if no conviction or charge was obtained against them. The determination whether one is prevented for naturalizing due to a crime depends on the nature, severity and circumstances surrounding the criminal conduct. In order to evaluate the impact of a charge or conviction on a potential citizenship petition, an immigration attorney is likely to review all documents relating to the charges and conviction as well as copies of the court file.