It was expunged from my record in exchange for some community service hours. The Global Entry system didnt process my entry and instructed me to go see the passport officer via the regular passport control line. How did it go? I have no priors and remain with a clean driving record. I was convicted of an OWVI (operating while visibly impaired) misdemeanor in MI in 2010. I am currently out of the country and returning on Saturday. We will cover the advantages of the program, its cost, and how you can apply. Is this normal ? That could prove problematic, especially if you were attempting to cross with that person. I was told as it was similar as a traffic violation (I paid a $100 fine) so this is not clear if I should mention it. Hello, Hi, Hi, I was pulled over for DUI in 1992. Looking at the Global Entry website, they list much more serious offenses as reasons for denial. It had been conditionally approved. Had arrest last year for suspicion of DUI but blew under legal limit at station. Is there any chance I will be denied renewal because of an arrest where no charges were ever filed? Do you think I will be approved for global entry? CBP needs to do a better job with people who have had old customs violations. I believe a felony conviction would automatically disqualify you, even if it was later reduced to a misdemeanor and/or expunged. Ive applied three times for Sentri, in 2014, 2017 and 2019 all three have been denied. Any advice on the best way to obtain documentation regarding this? An Afghan who worked for the U.S. Army as a translator, hoping for food and water. Otherwise, I would talk to my local congressional representative for assistance. Yes. I have two priors, the first one was for theft, when i was 17 years old. Or should I just apply for TSAPreCheck? i had a dui dismissed 5 years ago, can i still apply for sentri? It was reduced and expunged 3 years or so later. Consider filing a DHS Trip Redress if CBP is repeatedly sending you to secondary inspections. They will likely deny the initial application Esmeralda. They also invited me to reapply. Fast forward 17 years to today no other trouble whatsoever, except I embarrassingly got arrested for a DUI in late 2017. This appeal letter is basically a formal communication that you draft to the relevant authority to have a prior decision which you deem unfair to be reconsidered. I went to the interview was not asked any specific questions but was denied after that meeting. where they lifted my sentri card, would not even allow me to explain anything, I got it back, now if I see a problem coming, I say just send me to secondary to avoid a problem, which dont happen, its rear, I keep my sentri card in my work truck, so I dont loss it, I had to go to the hospital for a biopsy Im an American who lives in Tijuana, that day Monday there was lots of diversion in the street close to the border, so I was already stressed trying to make my hospital appointment, and running late, I missed the first appointment, my wife had to drive me with her car because I needed a driver for the sedation, I realized I lift my card in my truck at home while in line and I thought well no problem, they could look me up on their system with my D.L. There was never a ticket or follow up investigation. I was arrested in Guam for joyriding. If the case was thrown out in trial, you likely do not have a criminal violation over the incident. While you might be very upset about the issue, you dont want to convey this feeling in your letter. 1. Submitted that letter to Global Entry and they said that was not enough that now hat to go thru the Department of Justice and get a letter of disposition. Would this guarantee denial of Global Entry? I had global entry for about 3 years and suddenly I got a notice that it had been revoked. Lol screw the USA. I actually plead guilty to Reckless Driving and the conviction was 12 yrs ago. Or should I just leave it alone? I did not realize a cigar from Cuba was a violation. The letter should be addressed to the judge's full name such as Honorable Name of Judge along with the address of the district court. How long a wait is anyones guess. You should obtain certified copies of the court disposition or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it, ie. If he pleaded guilty to a crime, which it sounds like he did, that could be grounds for revocation. I already have a KTN Known Traveler Number but I want to apply for a Global Entry. This doesnt considered conviction. I havent been in trouble since, and I dont have any convictions for anything. There may be a process in place to file an appeal. CBP does not publish opinions on eligibility, but I do not believe someone can get approved with two convictions. Is GE completely out of question or are there options? Misdemeanors are criminal violations. Focus on the facts, stating what the situation is, why you think it is wrong, and what next steps you request. I had a DUI back in 2003 or 2002, I need to apply for a sentri pass, do I have any chance to get it? Declare all relevant information, however. My brother served some for smuggling people 10 years ago. Im in California. Is CBP Actually Fining $5000 for SENTRI Lane Violations? Hello, Hey, did you have any luck with the application process after the 10 years? I was wondering If I would get approved SENTRI, if I have a conviction for Domestic Violence from back in 2002? Could this impact global entry? If the statute of limitation has not expired, CBP could very well deny as it could be an ongoing legal matter. I had an attorney in 2010 get those two charges dismissed in court based on the statute of limitations; something like over 10 years had passed when he went to court after the arrests occurred, so he stated it was pretty simple for him to get the charges dismissed. They revoked his parents passes shortly after his incident happened, him and I were not together when it occurred. CBP generally likes to see the passage of time with no further negative incidents before approving or reinstating an applicant. Your analysis that neither resulted in a conviction appears faulty. I was told by Global entry officer that I have to provide them with a certified court document reflecting severity and disposition of my case. I have read in the other comments and replies that I might get approved after 10 years. Sentri was denied - Legal Answers - Avvo So a first offense wet reckless within the last year is simply to new and will not get approved? CBP generally does not like it if you are using an address you do not live at. Basically, Im wondering if a civil domestic violence case on my record would be a disqualifier for this program. I applied in 2017 for global entry and was denied, no explanation given. My husband was denied global entry membership because of 2 DUIs going back more than 15 years ago. It will not affect your record since it is a misdemeanor the officers said. I have not had any other incidents since thenand just to confirm if I had missed anything else I ran a DOJ background check through my state and did a FBI fingerprint background check as well. The DA declined to bring any charges and I never received a charge and never went to court. Do I have better chances at qualifying for TSA Precheck? My wifes got taken away also, her sentri profile had the same license issue as me. If you did something wrong, acknowledge it. I have had noting else since my 2004 incidents but my renewal was denied. Obviously this is still an arrest and I would need to disclose it on the application and interview. [], Copyright 2020 John Manley. You are not required to do anything. (Spelling corrections) This is the second time my sentri card was taking, the first time it was for a personal clash, when I cross the border they ask me, what I have to declare from Mexico?, if nothing, I say nothing, 99.9999 Im on my way, if I do I always declare it, This one agent was screwing with me and I did call him a fPocho, he toke my card, I said I would not leave the booth until I could talk to the supervisor, the supervisor come over and they were going back and forth of who was going to keep my sentri card? Hi. Hi, I have my GE appt July 18th and Im seeing that I might be denied because Ive been to Cuba. Should I indicate that I do have a low-level misdemeanor on my record and to hope for mercy from the interviewer? Will I get denied for sentri? Steps for Writing a Reconsideration Letter. Worth contesting? Also before we cross, can I dial 911 and have the ambulance meet her at the border? Feel free to call me to discuss. My wife had sentri for a long time and was revoked in 2017. I got my first dui this year Im 33. Sign it in a few clicks Prosecutor declined to file charges and statute of limitations has passed. If you choose this method, you should write the following on your envelope: "Redress Request RE: Global Entry." After review, CBP will inform you of its redress decision. I would like to ask a question specific to my situation. I would recommend obtaining certified copies of the court disposition, minutes, or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it) so you can show CBP the disposition for this incident. In Pennsylvania, it truly is not a conviction or a guilty plea and the only place that has a copy of the records is the District Attorneys office for sentencing purposes if someone reoffends. I think the passage of time plays a role in their decision-making. We didnt review the application nor discuss that I needed court docs of my misdemeanor retail theft conviction in 1994 and attempted in 2010 (I was stopped as I exited with an item in my cart) but charged nonetheless. My parents and I accidentally brought in a box of pastries that were considered agricultural items 11 years ago. I requested information about it but they said that basically I did not qualify for the program any longer. A few months passed after that incident and my sentri was revoked. Does not meet strict standards. There is an invitation for reconsideration, and Im wondering what chances I have to be approved. Do you think well be denied? In light of these facts, I request that you reconsider your decision about my pay raise. That should confirm that the old records were purged. We sent what we could. You could consider applying for reinstatement if denied. All 3 agencies issued me letters stating that I no reportable criminal history. Hi John! The bus moved to the left lane and then made a wide right turn and we collided hitting one side of the bus and nothing happened to the bus. If you have a presidential or governors pardon, you should receive it. My stepsons sentri application was on my same petition. She also did speak with someone at the enrollment office to appeal but they said that at the moment she is denied. Do they look at incident reports? I work for the Government and have a secret clearance. I have never heard of anyone receiving approval who had more than one misdemeanor conviction. I would recommend obtaining certified copies of the court disposition, minutes, or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it) so you can show CBP the disposition for this incident. I will find out when I call on Monday. 2. I dont want to wait the 10 years they say. Pictures and finger prints were taken. How should I have answered that question? I requested reconsideration since he was forgiven and a permanent resident. I answered the question about ever being arrested the exact same way I did on the initial app and thats the only conviction I have. I heard the new administration in the US there may be new guidelines? That is a tough question. I 100% HAVE HAD NO PRIOR INCIDENTS. I have seen cases of people with Trusted Traveler program denials getting approved for TSA PreCheck. TSA uses its own standards. I had my convictions over turned and dismissed from 1993 when I was 18, what would be the chances of getting a Global Card? Hola! Thanks. I have also reinstated people who only had one misdemeanor/infraction and the incident occurred many years previously. I cannot speculate on what the Ombudsmans office will decide. Never went to jail. Juvenile incidents are generally sealed and not considered adult criminal offenses. They will see 3 total arrests on my adult record, 1 DUI conviction in 2011, and two dismissed misdemeanors from over 20 years ago, and of course, I would admit those arrests if asked in the interview. I pled guilty to all counts and went to detox. Please consult with a Canadian lawyer about entry requirements to Canada. Would I be better off waiting until after April of 2023 to apply for GE? It sounds like you have a good reinstatement argument with the Ombudsmans office. If you were not approved at the interview, you were likely denied. How long a wait is anyones guess. I went to the interview with the supervisor and she asked me a bunch of questions and asked if I knew the people she mentioned (most of them were my family members, and a few I did not recognize). I would recommend obtaining certified copies of the court disposition or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it) so you can show CBP the disposition for this incident. Will I ever be able to use my Global Entry? He has not had any other problems in 27 years. Thank you. You can ask for a detention only letter from the police. They put me in Secondary and read me the riot act telling me that if I go through Sentri again with my automatic rear doors unable to open, they would take my Sentri away. I am unclear on what the Trusted Traveler program would do with that. I have never heard of anyone getting approved who had either a felony conviction or more than one misdemeanor conviction. It is for an employee who has been denied a raise. I was arrested in 2006 in college for an MIP and giving a false name. I have no records of the application questions or their timeline. My stepson was convicted of drug possesion in 2013. Then, my 5 year global entry renewal was done by paying the fee and shortly thereafter my global entry was revoked. It was a cold rainy night and we just wanted to get back into the US to go to our relatives house. Do you think I should even bother applying? I want the GE because I travel more international these days.. 14 times to Central America in the last two years. Feel free to call me sometime. I was convicted of a petty theft misdemeanor 17/18 years ago. I have had a perfectly clean record since Jan1,2011. Denial is a possibility. Since then it appears the application requirements have been tightened to include no criminal ARRESTS either. If I do need to report it, is it going to disqualify me from Global Entry? juvenile detention, that would or should not be considered an adult criminal conviction. My 5 year old son was also denied since I applied for both together but my husband is not his father and only I am on birth records . I have obtained a successful reinstatement in the past for someone who had an incident less than ten years earlier. I would recommend obtaining certified copies of the court disposition or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it) so you can show CBP the disposition for this incident. I have since passed several background checks, but was denied a firearm in 2011. By the way, an FBI background check comes back 100% clean. Hello! The reason listed is that You are not eligible for TTP programs. You should obtain certified copies of the court disposition or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it) so you can show CBP the disposition for this incident. i dont have any convections or violations. Whey to I do now? Tuve un delito menor clasificacin C What do we do about this, if anything. I know everyones different. In 2019 I received a Neg driving conviction. Is it worthwhile for me to submit a reconsideration request? Would they deny me based off of that alone? Any thoughts as to my chances of approval? Is there a chance they would approve a Sentri / Nexus Pass? You might consider DHS TRIP Redress. CBP can deny for any criminal conviction, regardless of where it occurred. What do you think are the chances that the Ombudsman would approve me? As to the DUI, you should obtain certified copies of the court disposition or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it) so you can show CBP the disposition for this incident. Two cases had been purged. During OP extension in 2015 I had both my mother and grandfather sick and I had to return to my country. You should obtain all your court and criminal records for the application, if you decide to apply. Also, if he applies and is denied because of the dismissed case, can that open the opportunity for Sentri to be revoked for my family who already has it? I was accused of aggravated sexual assault, and they sent me a revokation letter. Both charges are expunged from my record, and my understanding is that a dismissed court case is not considered a conviction and not considered guilty. Writing an Impressive Reconsideration Letter to a Judge (with Sample) Should I be concerned about my Global Entry application? Misdemeanors are criminal violations. Most likely, CBP will deny the application. Its frustrating cuz didnt do anything wrong. You should ask for a certified letter of the results of that. I submitted a reconsideration request and its pending review. If it's because you have a questionable . That does not sound like a criminal incident, though. CBP appears to be denying on this basis based on your spouses immigration violation. He is not 32 and has not had another offense. The FBI, California DOJ, and San Diego Sheriffs office recently issued me letters stating that I had no reportable criminal history. I Just applied for GE. I would report this as an arrest/detention. I was not charged with anything but was held for hours, and then led back to an airplane to my home airport. Both have been taken care of. What that amount of time is a facts and circumstances decision by CBP. where they lifted my sentri card, I got it back, now if I see a problem coming, I say just send me to secondary to avoid a problem, which dont happen, its rear, I keep my sentri card in my work truck, so I dont loss it, I had to go to the hospital for a biopsy Im an American who lives in Tijuana, that day Monday there was lots of diversion in the street close to the border, so I was already stressed trying to make my hospital appointment, and running late, I missed the first appointment, my wife had to drive me with her car because I needed a driver for the sedation, I realized I lift my card in my truck at home while in line and I thought well no problem they could look my up on their system with my D.L. If you want to apply for reinstatement, you would do that on your TTP profile. On my denial letter it says I dont meet the strict program requirements. A DUI is a criminal offense. I plan on bringing the letter from Ombudsman saying that they have overturned the denial/revocation of your membership.. How do I get a FBI background check? I would recommend obtaining certified copies of the court disposition or transcript (different courthouses use different names for it) so you can show CBP the disposition for this incident. I would not think 3 years is long enough. Thank you. Im currently a teacher as well. Good luck with your request. Does this mean I may never get GE approval again even though they approved me at the interview before. TIA! Is the arrest question new since 2016. My Sentri card was revoked for no apparent reason, is this - Avvo Is this still considered a conviction even though it was dismissed by the courts? I applied for the SENTRI again in 2018 and in the denial letter it stated reasons: It does not meet the eligibility requirements of the program. We may have communicated offline already. One night, we happened to fall asleep in the same car after eating dinner at a park nearby. CBP could potentially deny or revoke a membership under a close association as an indication of risk grounds. Youre welcome. I had It vacated in 2011. I am debating just TSA vs Global Entry for our whole family. Since than I have gotten approved for a gun license after thier background check and got accepted into career positions after background checks with no issues. I still have PTSD from interactions with CBP to this day, I didnt attend the interview because they cancelled my visa and it was impossible to board a Greyhound bus to the border, I proceeded to obtain Refugee status in Canada which I successfully obtained later, but the Expedited Removal meant a 5-year bar to reentry to the US, which ended in Oct 2005 and I obtained B1/B2 visas successfully after that time. I went to the active U.S. Army in 2000, where my Army recruiter told me he would have those two charges dropped if I went into the Army. Not sure how to go about this as it seems like the second you request a review they always respond matter stands. Id like to apply for Global Entry but I dont want to waste my $100 fee or get into a huge hassle about it all. PDF SAMPLE LETTER OF APPEAL TEMPLATE To be considered when appealing a If you were charged as a minor, ie. I was advised by CBP that my application was being denied for having pork products that were a gift to me for which I paid a fine 14 years ago. Its a facts and circumstances consideration. I am not sure if I have any documentation for any of this, but there may be an oustanding arrest. It was fully declared on Global Pass application along with Judge rulings. I plead guilty to Reckless Driving and the conviction was 12 yrs ago. I recently requested and received a letter from them stating when I had finished and when I ended my OPT. Im a green card holder through my wife whos a U.S. CITIZEN. How To Write An Appeal Letter (With Examples) - Zippia A violation is not a criminal offense in NY . CBP could deny due to any criminal conviction. I understand that it isnt possible to apply while under probation with withheld adjudication, but is withheld adjudication really treated as a conviction by the CBP even if the charge has been dismissed? I have a conviction in 2005 for a class 3 misdemeanor assault which I fought as I did not touch anyone. Similar to customs violations, immigration violations seem to remain in a persons file. Disturbing the peace is a criminal violation. I have not had any incidents since and am a practicing physician. I had 2 juvenile misdemeanors, age 15 and 16. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The Departments of State and Homeland Security announced recently that the Central American Minors (CAM) Program is being expanded, which will allow more children from El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala to safely reunite with parents and guardians already living in the United States. Maybe I should try to cancel and reapply? Hi, my husband had the sentri pass, it was revoked because he unknowingly was used as a mule. I have TSA Pre check and when I got that the person who did my paperwork said I should apply for Global. mail@johnmanley.net. Would Global Entry be able to find this even though I was a minor when it happened? He has Parkinsons (at the time of his wet reckless he was undiagnosed and alcohol was basically self medicating it because nervousness in social situations greatly aggravates Parkinsons) and even with medication any kind of interview like that will leave him very shaky, hard to talk.