Upper Saddle River, NJ Immigration Law Firms & Lawyers

Depending on the type of visa he is here on you may be able to petition based on marriage. If you entered legally and is not on one of the few visas that limit his ability to adjust his status, you could get married and a file a petition for his green card. You should speak with an experienced immigration attorney to determine what your options are.

Thank you for reaching out with your concerns regarding your upcoming travel. As a Green Card holder, maintaining your residency status and understanding the rules for international travel are vital. This is a situation where the distinction between "traffic law" and "immigration law" is very important. While traffic violations are usually civil matters, anything involving a court date or a suspended license can feel risky for a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR). Important Points to Consider: Most traffic tickets (speeding, stop signs) are civil infractions, not crimes. Immigration officers at the airport are primarily looking for criminal convictions, specifically those classified as "Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude" (CIMT) or aggravated felonies. Generally, a suspended license for unpaid fines does not fall into these categories. The biggest danger for travel with a pending case is a Bench Warrant. If a person misses a court date, a judge might issue a warrant for their arrest. CBP officers see active warrants immediately when they scan your passport. Since you say the judge moved the date to April 2026, there should not be a "Failure to Appear" warrant on your record—but you should verify this with your traffic attorney before leaving. Because your case involves a specific timeline and a pending court case in 2026, we strongly recommend that you Schedule a Free Consultation with us. This will allow us to provide personalized legal guidance specifically tailored to your situation to ensure your return to the U.S. is successful. DISCLAIMER: Hiring an attorney is an important decision which should not be based solely on advertising. The information you obtain here is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.

Depends on when you applied, or plan to apply, when the incident took place, and the details of the police report; and of course, your general personal history, vocation, etc. . Such matters require full personal interview to address your concerns. Crime of Moral Turpitude is a bit seamless in its application in this type of situations.