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IMBRA Special TopicsAdam Walsh Act?

i had been arrested for fighting and i paid fine after 3 days in jail,i need answers from anyone who replies your case as i am interested too

Chianrose, please create your own threads to ask questions. Do not hijack other's threads. Especially when their subject matter has nothing whatsoever to do with yours.
KrikitNot Telling02012-09-03 13:12:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdam Walsh Act?
You may also want to check out Immigrate2US as they specialize in difficult cases.

http://immigrate2us....rum/content.php
KrikitNot Telling02012-09-03 13:09:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdam Walsh Act?
Moving from General Immigration to the Adam Walsh section. Good luck, merclavette, and welcome to VJ. :)
KrikitNot Telling02012-09-03 13:07:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDoes having an Aggravated Assault on record require Adam Walsh Act?
*** Thread shifted from the K-1 Process forum to the IMBRA subforum. ***
TBoneTXMaleEcuador2012-11-26 02:57:00
IMBRA Special Topicsawa exposure
Um, YES they do background checks on everyone. What makes you think they don't?
Harpa TimsahFemaleIsrael2012-06-06 10:41:00
IMBRA Special TopicsQuestion regarding IMBRA?
Since you have no criminal record, this act does not apply to you.

Edited by Ryan H, 19 December 2012 - 12:44 AM.

Ryan HMaleChina2012-12-18 23:21:00
IMBRA Special TopicsHow does an 'IMBRA' background check work?
moving from K-1 to IMBRA forums.
InkyFemaleCanada2012-04-25 13:24:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDoes having an Aggravated Assault on record require Adam Walsh Act?
Adam Walsh Act waivers are for convicted sex offenders, and they're rarely granted. If you don't have to register as a convicted sex offender then the Adam Walsh Act doesn't apply to you.

What would apply is the IMBRA, which requires disclosure of many different kinds of convictions, including domestic violence. You don't have to ask for any waiver with the IMBRA unless you've had another I-129F approved within the past two years, or you've already filed two or more I-129F's at any time in the past. Otherwise, no waiver is required, but disclosure of the conviction is still required. Read the I-129F instructions to see what documents you need to include.
JimVaPhuongMaleVietnam2012-11-24 21:11:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdam Walsh Act?

i fought with a colleague at working place and it was in self difense but i already have my police clearance as i cleaned and closed the case.will it be a problem ? and on the question :Have You been arrested for a crime ? should it be yes or no


Were u ever arrested YES if not NO.
dwheels76FemaleNigeria2012-09-03 12:35:00
IMBRA Special TopicsIMBRA waivers
Not sure about this, give a little more detail please. Is it you and the same beneficiary that applied and were turned down less than two years ago, or just you (the petitioner), or both of you in separate cases?
Brad and VikaMaleUkraine2012-07-27 19:07:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAlcohol charges
No problem - wish you good luck.
Brad and VikaMaleUkraine2012-08-04 21:03:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAlcohol charges
I agree that you should disclose all six. The I-129 is pretty clear that it wants information about convictions, but at some point, a background check will uncover all of it. I don't think you can be denied because of it, but discuss it with your SO in case the CO or more likely the field officer tells her about it.
Brad and VikaMaleUkraine2012-07-27 22:12:00
IMBRA Special Topicsawa exposure

i think you have to go to embassy of US of country where you live????


I believe this is correct. Most embassies have biometric print scanners (I totally made up that name), and if you are doing a direct filing, or are stationed overseas or something, you can get printed without coming to the US.
Brad and VikaMaleUkraine2012-08-04 21:06:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDissmissed charges count as convictions?

anyone?? anyone got a number of an attorney i could call for this infor



if it asks if you have ever been or charged for a crime or arrested then you have to disclose even the ones that were dismissed because they will still be on your record.

just my opinion

sara
sara.....FemaleEgypt2012-10-12 06:47:00
IMBRA Special Topicshello :)
a little background on your case would be helpful
mimoliciousNot TellingJordan2012-06-13 09:50:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdministrative Errors
Wow! That would be great for so many..Good to have read :)
tru_loves_journeyFemaleEgypt2012-04-13 15:11:00
IMBRA Special TopicsFilipinaHeart or FilipinoCupid IMBRA or Not?
Check NO. However, your Cover must explain how you met. Just be truthful. I see nothing to worry about.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2012-01-30 03:07:00
IMBRA Special TopicsI'm back

I'm back after a miserable and terrible approved I-129F back in Oct 31, 2011. My ex-fiance fooled around and let my whole family and friends down. Happy to say, I am with someone else now and I am very happy with her. Of course, I need to be careful this way around or else I may be in the same situation again.

The reason I'm here again is the I-129F application states that if someone has filed 2 or applications in the past OR filed an approved I-129F within the past 2 years, a waiver must be requested.

So, with that, what is the format for the waiver? What are the formal requirements for the waiver? The I-129F which was approved in Oct31, 2011 was sent back to USCIS because I requested it to be withdrawn. USCIS sent a letter to me saying that the petition had expired due to the 4 month rule.

I don't want to rush in to this but I am simply reviewing the I-129F just in case I do file another one.


Pay close attention to what you wrote above. Those were your thoughts.
Are you Rushing? Yes I think so.
Your time span with this new finacee is very imited. Meaning short.
Americans or whoever tend to blame things on the Ex-Fiancee don't they? Not always true.
Don't be in a Rush to get Married. If your not wise enough to understand your Fiancee and just go get anotherone then your Desparate for affection and that will hurt you.
The Waiver question. ? Yes. I think you will need one. Falling in Love again with a previous Nulled Petition and File Again so soon so fast.
I don't really don't believe that this ex was as bad as you say. OR you did'nt know her. And how well do you know this new one.
In my eyes, you downed her for embarrassing you, family, and YOUR friends. Well, everyone has a side to their story. She cannot defend herself here can she
I wish you good luck

Edited by Tim/Mav, 29 April 2012 - 07:38 PM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2012-04-29 19:34:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDoes having an Aggravated Assault on record require Adam Walsh Act?

My question is simple, but i can't seem to find the appropriate answer on here. I got an aggravated assault charge 7 years ago, was charged as a misdemeanor and I went through 18 weeks of Anger Management. Will i have to file a Adam Walsh Act form to proceed with my initial I-129F packet? I do not want to have an RFE, so what should i do? Also, is it required to pull criminal history and add to the I-129F regardless if my crime needs it? Any help would be very good. Thanks.


No, not unless it could fall under domestic violence or a sexual offense.
jaycaliNot Telling02012-11-23 12:54:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdministrative Errors
:yes:
rade2risingNot TellingGuyana2012-07-16 16:04:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAdam Walsh Act?
OP I think most people here would suggest at least a consultation with a great immigration attorney who has experience.
OperatorMaleChina2012-09-03 13:30:00
IMBRA Special Topicsawa exposure
You are asked on the forms if you have ever comitted or been charged with any crimes relating to your topic. Answering NO is lying and won't get you far, immigration wise. Background checks are performed on all petitioners(and beneficiaries). Some people get stuck in background checks, not because they necessarily did anything wrong but because someone with a matching name(or similar) did, and USCIS has to "clear" you in order for you to be eligible to petition for anybody. Being dishonest about your past is opening a can of worms. The beneficiary may be asked at the interview about the convictions. Most of all, this is to ensure that the beneficiary is prepared, and that the US citizen is not a thread to the beneficiary(or anybody else).

Answering yes will have you provide info about the circumstances. I reckon this is about the time where you need to do your research and pay attention to the couples who went through this part of the process, which obstacles to overcome and how.
moominFemaleDenmark2012-08-19 23:42:00
IMBRA Special TopicsFilipinaHeart or FilipinoCupid IMBRA or Not?

Check NO. However, your Cover must explain how you met. Just be truthful. I see nothing to worry about.



:thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs: In your cover letter or letter of how you met your fiancee. You would explain the circumstances/story.
Wally G!MalePhilippines2012-01-30 03:26:00
IMBRA Special TopicsFilipinaHeart or FilipinoCupid IMBRA or Not?

Hi all,

I'm filling out the I-129F and not sure what to put for the infamous Question #19.

I've done the search here on VJ and it seems that nobody has had a problem with their Visa if they met on CherryBlossoms or FilipinaHeart or similar websites.

My question though is do I mark YES or NO for question #19?

I was going to mark NO and then put this in the box below:

WE MET ONLINE AT THE WEBSITE: WWW.FILIPINAHEART.COM, (NOW WWW.FILIPINOCUPID.COM) WHICH IS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE IMBRA LAWS. THE SERVICE IS AN INTERNET INFORMATION SERVICE THAT FACILITATES CONTACT BETWEEN MEMBERS WHO MAY OR MAY NOT BE SEEKING FRIENDSHIP OR A RELATIONSHIP. IT IS NOT A MARRIAGE BROKERING SERVICE, MAIL ORDER BRIDE SERVICE NOR A MATCHMAKING SERVICE.

What do you think?

Thanks,
J


You will check No. No need to put explanation. You would put explanation if you check Yes and you meet through a MARRIAGE BROKERING SERVICE.
Wally G!MalePhilippines2012-01-30 02:58:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDoes having an Aggravated Assault on record require Adam Walsh Act?

Where do I actually find out if it is or isn't? I do not believe I was charged with a domestic aggravated assault, since i took a plea. But it was with my ex-girlfriend. My question now is, how do i find this information out? Can i go to the courthouse, or what do you think my best option is?Again, i just do not want an RFE.


Check with the court, and get all documents on the proceedings.

Edited by reese1, 24 November 2012 - 02:45 PM.

reese1FemaleDominican Republic2012-11-24 14:45:00
IMBRA Special TopicsDoes having an Aggravated Assault on record require Adam Walsh Act?
Was it against an ex girlfriend or ex wife were it would fall under Domestic violence? Otherwise, I do not see that being one of the charges they ask about on the form of convictions.
reese1FemaleDominican Republic2012-11-23 12:32:00
IMBRA Special TopicsHow does an 'IMBRA' background check work?

I recently signed up for an online dating website, but came across something called 'IMBRA'. I have a good idea of what it is, but I'm curious as to when the background check is performed? I'm in my mid 20's and I'm not really looking for anything serious, nor am I looking to marry anyone. It's something I'm interested in doing in the future, but honestly right now I'm just looking for some new people to talk to. On the top of the IMBRA page it say's "Please complete this form, which is required by US law. It will be shown to the women you communicate with." Am I authorizing a background check by confirming that all of the information I provided is correct?




It sounds like you have stumbled upon a website that falls under IMBRA.

International Marriage Broker Obligations
Before an IMB can release the personal contact information of a foreign client to a U.S. client, the IMB must:

Search the National Sex Offender Registry to determine the record of the U.S. citizen, and disclose any information found concerning the U.S. citizen to the foreign client
Obtain a signed statement from the U.S. citizen revealing any current or past protection or restraining order, most criminal arrests and convictions, virtually all arrest or convictions for domestic or sexual offenses, multiple convictions for substance and/or alcohol abuse, the U.S. client's marital history (including the reason for termination of any prior marriages), the ages of any of the U.S. citizen's children under the age of 18, and a list of all States and counties that the U.S. citizen has lived in since the client was 18 years of age.
Distribute to the foreign national a pamphlet currently being developed by the U.S. government to educate foreign fiancé(e)s about U.S. domestic abuse laws and resources for immigrant victims in the U.S.; and
Obtain the foreign national's written consent to disclosing her personal contact information.

http://www.arctec.com/imbra.html

Check out this website for more information on IMBRA procedures.
TnJMalePhilippines2012-05-14 13:43:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

The other day I read in a newspaper that homosexual couples are allowed to petition for immigration of a partner - they got it!

can't imagine this is true. the federal government does NOT recognize gay marriage, and does NOT afford the same rights to homosexuals that are given to heterosexuals.
mr and mrsFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-11-27 09:10:00
IMBRA Special TopicsNo Decision on our Answer to NOID

In background check since Nov 2009? And they haven't even sent you NOID?


nope
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-04-26 19:44:00
IMBRA Special TopicsNo Decision on our Answer to NOID
I hope you the best of luck and that they return soon.

The good part is you are together here.



Most of us have our loved ones overseas still.
I have been in back ground checks since before November 2009

My attorney and my congressman both state there is no given time frame for any background checks they execute and they can take as long as they like or is needed because no precedence has been set to force a time constraint.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-03-31 21:46:00
IMBRA Special Topicscourt record for AWA
After obtaining all records you can flag all disposition records by using tabs.

They need all the records to review but this allows them to know which pages bring to bear the courts response to your case.

I had a pretty serious case but my court records were not that extensive or expensive.

I included all probation records and dispositions as well.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-05-15 08:06:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAILA involvement

Are you from Indianapolis Evil? So you are aware of this.... http://newsone.com/2...-sex-offenders/

Just curious, this is just the right on being on Facebook and social network sites. am I right? Nothing has been publicized about how immigration's deals with AWA case on marriage to foreign spouse. the statement you said ..."USCIS use practices which are questionable when it comes to AWA cases or do not practice any sort of transparency for checks and balances. Which leads to the question of what other practices are questionable."





I do not live there I am couple hours away.

This is what supporters believe their censorship of all FSO does.

Supporters of the bans say they target repeat offenders such as a Maryland man charged with extorting a 16-year-old girl Indiana girl to perform sexual acts during video chats. He was free on bond when he was accused of doing the same thing to more underage girls.

While I may agree with the ban on repeat offenders or the most dangerous the blanket law covers all i.e. Romeo&Juliet cases, college kid arrested for mooning someone; someone cuaght urniating in public etc.

The truth is less than 4% of all SO are repeat offenders.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-05-31 07:52:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAILA involvement

Anybody knows if AILA is involved in discussing AWA case with USCIS recently?



I have not heard nor ready anything.


The last time they inquired USCIS shuffled cases to head off any questions regarding time frames as they do when any officials try to pin down their practices.

USCIS works with in the law

In my opinoin

USCIS use practices which are questionable when it comes to AWA cases or do not practice any sort of transparency for checks and balances.

Which leads to the question of what other practices are questionable.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-05-22 00:58:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
Ombudsman sent me a letter yesterday stating they are now inquiring about my case.

We have reached the 3 year point.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-05-31 07:55:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

In what way would the US children increases the risk to the beneficiary? Hmmmm....



I agree this wording needs to be given to the attorney.
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-01-10 06:49:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

The Ombudsman emailed me and said a "decision has been made on my case' !!!!!!!! But, online the status still shows as initial review. But lets hope its correct and positive!



I am Praying for you!
evli1966MalePhilippines2011-12-27 19:41:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

We married in June 2010. Filed I-130 & I485. Biometrics in August interview in September 2010.
Received RFE at interview - provided Court documents by end of November. June EAD & AP renewed
for one year (2012). NOID received September 2011 - time to reply October 2011. Provided
Psychological Report and letter from Probation Officer. Nothing has changed online since November
when we received NOID. Nothing saying that we received NOID, nothing that we replied to NOID or
if it has been forwarded from our state to Vermont. Not sure if we'll get approved or denied or
how long it will take. But as long as they don't deny us I can continue to renew my work permit,
continue to work and live with my husband. Not great that I can't leave US and travel to see
my family, but they can come here I guess.


You are in our Prayers for success!
evli1966MalePhilippines2011-11-30 21:44:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?

I filed in the usa back in july of 2009, since it has taken them years with no movement on my case i finally had no choice but to move to the philippines. I have a new job , and i can get a co sponsor if needed but i dont think thats going to be an issue. But we will cross that bridge if we ever come to it. I gave them my updated tax information when i applied, i sent tax years 2004,05,06, 07 and 08 for good measure. Not sure what to tell them if they want more than that, as i sent what was required at the time i filed (not my fault they are dragging it out)

Ive called my senator so many times, it does no good for me

My lawyer doesnt help either

They keep telling me its background checks but last year they told me the background checks were complete. So i dont know what is going on

I changed jobs so i could support my wife and be with my wife , i left my home country and everything I own to be with her as a normal married couple. If that isn't proof enough of dedication then i dont know what is.

Also i feel they have no right deny us, because we are living together now in the philippines it shouldn't matter if its just the same in the usa.



Wow I filed in June 2009 and have had the similar follow up.

Cogressman and Attorney say it is in Background checks...I say ok and...... 3 years running you have not found anything and you are not going to besides the disclosed case.

I get told they can take all the time they want.
evli1966MalePhilippines2011-11-28 22:42:00
IMBRA Special TopicsAnyone had any movement on your Adam Walsh Cases?
No word been in back ground checks since 9/09.

According to my Attorney and Senator's Representative they may take all the time they want to do back ground checks.

At one point they said they were waiting on informationto be returned to them this was over a year ago.

I feel they try to find something and when nothing turns up they try again and again.

I also believe that they are finding the laws; rules and regulations are nothing more than slippery slopes especially when they are finding people meeting the almost impossible task of proving no risk to the future spouse.

It seems most denials are due to someone not getting the required eveidence in on time or failing to disclose.

it is just another aspect of the AWA which is failing to be upheld by courts of law.
evli1966MalePhilippines2011-09-28 05:54:00
IMBRA Special TopicsUSCIS teleconference AILA
More like they made statments or answers that can not be confirmed because there is no transparency to what they are doing behind doors.

What about people like us who are working on 2 years of back ground checks
evli1966MalePhilippines2012-09-20 22:00:00