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While the arrest will not sink your application, CIS has become increasingly difficult with the requirement of establishing good moral character (GMC) as it relates to your application for naturalization. The government has made increasing use of the discretionary GMC denials for anyone who has "committed an act that reflects poorly on one's moral character." So what I would suggest is that you consult with a knowledgeable attorney who can provide you the kind of advice you will need to move forward. The right attorney will guide you and let you know the difficulties that come with the submission of the application. The wrong attorney will tell you that it is no big deal and it to be too concerned about it. Choose wisely and if you have any doubt, ask questions. The application fee alone is $680 and that is too much to spend on an application fee if you do not understand the concerns raised with regards to your arrest. Good luck, this is a winnable case if handled correctly.

It is unclear from your question as to whether you are a conditional permanent resident (married for less than two years at the time of entry into the States or approval for adjustment of status) or a resident with a permanent green card. If in the latter class, you do not have to do anything as you already have the final green card. If you only have a conditional one, you will have to file for removal of the conditions of your residence status within two years of your having received that card. In doing so, you can obtain a permanent card if you show U.S.C.I.S. that you either had a bona fide marriage although it was ended, or that you were a victim of violence by your spouse, or that a refusal to allow you a permanent card would cause extreme hardship to you, such hardship occurring during the time of the conditional residence. 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.