U.S. Citizenship Granted – Matter of M.M.G.

M.M.G., a native and citizen of Mexico, had been a lawful permanent resident of the United States for many years before deciding to pursue naturalization. However, his journey to U.S. citizenship was complicated when he was arrested for felony child abuse, later reduced to a misdemeanor. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) initially denied his naturalization application, citing concerns over his moral character during the statutory period. In the face of these challenges, M.M.G. turned to the Law Office of Alexander R. Vail. With Alex's expert guidance and preparation, M.M.G. successfully re-applied for naturalization, addressing all legal concerns and providing the necessary evidence. Ultimately, his application was approved, and M.M.G. is now a U.S. citizen.

U.S. CITIZENSHIP GRANTED Matter of M.M.G. (2025)

M.M.G. is a native and citizen of Mexico who had maintained lawful permanent residence for many years before deciding to file the Application for Naturalization (“Form N-400”) on his own. While his Form N-400 was pending, he was arrested for felony child abuse in violation of Nevada law. While the charge was ultimately reduced to misdemeanor battery constituting domestic violence in violation of Nevada law, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) denied the application upon concluding that M.M.G. lacked good moral character during the statutory period. Afraid to reapply on his own, Alex consulted with M.M.G. who ultimately helped M.M.G. apply again for naturalization. Alex helped ensure that the application packet contained evidence sufficient to meet M.M.G.’s burden of establishing all the elements under section 316(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Come the time of the interview, Alex prepared M.M.G. for all lines of questioning, particularly that which concerned M.M.G. the most: namely, the circumstances attending his arrest and conviction. USCIS granted M.M.G.’s naturalization application, and M.M.G. is now a United States citizen.

At the Law Office of Alexander R. Vail, we specialize in assisting clients who face complex immigration challenges, including those involving criminal convictions and issues of moral character. If you are seeking to become a U.S. citizen or need expert legal guidance regarding your immigration case, contact the Law Office of Alexander R. Vail at (725) 221-5998 or online today for a free consultation. We can help you navigate the intricacies of U.S. immigration law with confidence.