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Of course you can apply, but the conviction probably makes you inadmissable and you may be placed in removal proceedings.  You should have an attorney research your situation thoroughly before applying.

It appears that you interrupted the required period of residence for purposes of naturalization when you took the extended stays outside the US. Your time to begin counting for citizenship began again with your entry on October 29, 2010. You are able to take advantage of the four year and one day rule, which means that you are eligible to file on October 30, 2014. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.

Depends on the facts of the case and why he stayed away more than a year, did he continue to pay U.S. taxes and maintain other contacts with the U.S. There is an option for a Returning Resident Permit in some cases. Or he may need to re-file for permanent residency.