section 221 (g)

[Joey559 1]

I could never tick that box claiming never done drugs etc knowing it to be a lie. They do not ask if you have a conviction... they ask if you have ever been a drug abuser... and I have. Further I will live the rest of my life with Paul in fear of deportation coz I told a lie.

Very noble. I mean it. But where there was no paper trail you have now created one that will follow you for the rest of your life.

A few months of worrying while she waits for the waiver is better than a lifetime of looking over her shoulder. It sounds really good to me, Melo, the fact that he explained to you that telling the truth was what saved you is EXCELLENT - I feel terrible for what you're going through now but i'm 100% positive for your future. Best of luck with wait. You've obviously overcome a lot more than this. You took on a addiction and beat it, you can do this with both hands tied behind your back. Keep us informed.

prayers with you, Joey

If there is NOTHING linking you to past activities why create one? That's my point. We all have done stupid things (most at least).

The next time you roll through a stop sign or speed will you turn yourself in to the nearest police officer? Yeah, that's what I thought..

Please, that's not even close to what this is. She didn't just wander up to someone in the street and say I've taken drugs in the past. Like she said, she was looking at an official US document that was asking her to check, have you taken drugs/haven't you. It's an OFFICIAL document, you're basically saying if it were you you'd sign on the dotted line knowing you'd lied above... She did the right thing.

[Hilarious Clinton 452]

I could never tick that box claiming never done drugs etc knowing it to be a lie. They do not ask if you have a conviction... they ask if you have ever been a drug abuser... and I have. Further I will live the rest of my life with Paul in fear of deportation coz I told a lie.

Very noble. I mean it. But where there was no paper trail you have now created one that will follow you for the rest of your life.

A few months of worrying while she waits for the waiver is better than a lifetime of looking over her shoulder. It sounds really good to me, Melo, the fact that he explained to you that telling the truth was what saved you is EXCELLENT - I feel terrible for what you're going through now but i'm 100% positive for your future. Best of luck with wait. You've obviously overcome a lot more than this. You took on a addiction and beat it, you can do this with both hands tied behind your back. Keep us informed.

prayers with you, Joey

If there is NOTHING linking you to past activities why create one? That's my point. We all have done stupid things (most at least).

The next time you roll through a stop sign or speed will you turn yourself in to the nearest police officer? Yeah, that's what I thought..

Please, that's not even close to what this is. She didn't just wander up to someone in the street and say I've taken drugs in the past. Like she said, she was looking at an official US document that was asking her to check, have you taken drugs/haven't you. It's an OFFICIAL document, you're basically saying if it were you you'd sign on the dotted line knowing you'd lied above... She did the right thing.

I'm just giving you my opinion. I have held many governmnt clearances in the past. And been the subject of many in-depth background checks. I'm just talking from experience. Do what you want... but hopefully one person learns from this thread.

[Jenn! 918]

I could never tick that box claiming never done drugs etc knowing it to be a lie. They do not ask if you have a conviction... they ask if you have ever been a drug abuser... and I have. Further I will live the rest of my life with Paul in fear of deportation coz I told a lie.

Very noble. I mean it. But where there was no paper trail you have now created one that will follow you for the rest of your life.

A few months of worrying while she waits for the waiver is better than a lifetime of looking over her shoulder. It sounds really good to me, Melo, the fact that he explained to you that telling the truth was what saved you is EXCELLENT - I feel terrible for what you're going through now but i'm 100% positive for your future. Best of luck with wait. You've obviously overcome a lot more than this. You took on a addiction and beat it, you can do this with both hands tied behind your back. Keep us informed.

prayers with you, Joey

If there is NOTHING linking you to past activities why create one? That's my point. We all have done stupid things (most at least).

The next time you roll through a stop sign or speed will you turn yourself in to the nearest police officer? Yeah, that's what I thought..

Please, that's not even close to what this is. She didn't just wander up to someone in the street and say I've taken drugs in the past. Like she said, she was looking at an official US document that was asking her to check, have you taken drugs/haven't you. It's an OFFICIAL document, you're basically saying if it were you you'd sign on the dotted line knowing you'd lied above... She did the right thing.

I'm just giving you my opinion. I have held many governmnt clearances in the past. And been the subject of many in-depth background checks. I'm just talking from experience. Do what you want... but hopefully one person learns from this thread.

I agree. It's good to let people know what the consequences are of telling the truth in this situation. They can make their own decision about it accordingly.

I hope everything is resolved quickly, Anita.

[almaty 19]

i am sorry sister anita..very soory for you and paul..we got a 221g..and were able to resolve it ..i wish you the best..do what they ask ...

[PalestineMyHeart 1,897]

I am very sorry to hear of your setback.... I know it's heartbreaking.

But you are getting some good advice here. It's not an outright denial; you DO have the chance to overcome this.

Wishing you all the best.... hang in there. Insha'allah you can resolve the situation soon.

-MK

[rebeccajo 14]

Aw Melo.....I was watching for your post and I hate to read this.

I know you are proud of how you have turned your life around, and you should make that your focus in the documents you produce for them. Not everybody has squeaky-clean track records. I'm sure that this is just a curve in the straight path your life has been on.

*hug*

[w¡n9Nµ7 §£@¥€r 123]

Sorry to hear it.

I haven't read the whole thread so maybe this has already been asked and answered... but why would you even admit it? No matter what some say, there are some 'truths' better left concealed.

[mary&tom 0]

My heart is breaking for Anita today. I have known her since before she joined this forum and have had some lovely conversations with her. I know how much she and Paul deserve to be happy together. She has cheered me up when I have been down... leant a shoulder for me to cry on as tom and I went through this incredibly stressful process.

I have been researching this 221 (g) and not found much. I certainly hope this will just be another part of the process... that they will get whatever information will satisfy them and that the visa will be granted.

{{{{ Anita }}}} hang in there... find out what this next step involves.

mary

Edited June 7, 2006 by mary&tom

[w¡n9Nµ7 §£@¥€r 123]

I could never tick that box claiming never done drugs etc knowing it to be a lie. They do not ask if you have a conviction... they ask if you have ever been a drug abuser... and I have. Further I will live the rest of my life with Paul in fear of deportation coz I told a lie.

Very noble. I mean it. But where there was no paper trail you have now created one that will follow you for the rest of your life.

A few months of worrying while she waits for the waiver is better than a lifetime of looking over her shoulder. It sounds really good to me, Melo, the fact that he explained to you that telling the truth was what saved you is EXCELLENT - I feel terrible for what you're going through now but i'm 100% positive for your future. Best of luck with wait. You've obviously overcome a lot more than this. You took on a addiction and beat it, you can do this with both hands tied behind your back. Keep us informed.

prayers with you, Joey

If there is NOTHING linking you to past activities why create one? That's my point. We all have done stupid things (most at least).

The next time you roll through a stop sign or speed will you turn yourself in to the nearest police officer? Yeah, that's what I thought..

Please, that's not even close to what this is. She didn't just wander up to someone in the street and say I've taken drugs in the past. Like she said, she was looking at an official US document that was asking her to check, have you taken drugs/haven't you. It's an OFFICIAL document, you're basically saying if it were you you'd sign on the dotted line knowing you'd lied above... She did the right thing.

Ok, I see this has been brought up.

Melo, this is a lie you should have prepared yourself to tell. And you know the US government doesn't go around deporting people. Let me give you an example. You know how big the Communist Party is in certain parts of India, right? Do you really believe all the visa applicants from Bengal and Kerala who claim they have never been members of the Communist Party are telling the truth? Many (I'd guess 20%) are not. The US govt doesn't really care. They ask because they're supposed to you give the answer they want to hear, and everyone lives happily ever after.

[Together4ever 1]

That 221g can reall shake you up, can't it? It did us too, but as others have said it's just an official way of them requesting more information. The wording is very intimidating, but basically they are just saying they can't make their decision on your visa without more information. This is just something they have to do based on the information you gave them. It does not mean they are going to refuse you.

I know it's so blood hard to be put under such intense scrutinity and judgement by someone you can't even directly look at. It undermines you to your core. Don't let it shake you. When your emotions have calmed get your information together and get your ducks all in a very tidy row and you should be just fine.

I'll be saying a prayer for you...

[Nessa 23]

I'm so sorry to hear that. I agree with you by telling the truth. And just be happy they didn't deny you for good, it's just a temporary thing. You'll get there. Be strong

[w¡n9Nµ7 §£@¥€r 123]

it's just a temporary thing. You'll get there. Be strong

Has everyone forgotten about Melissa and Javier? All that poor guy did was put some in his mouth when he was a kid and he has a 3 year ban. This stuff is serious and advising people to tell the truth here is doing them a disservice.

[pax 1]

it's just a temporary thing. You'll get there. Be strong

All that poor guy did was put some in his mouth when he was a kid...

That's not quite right. In Javier's case, it happened, I believe, just a day or two before the medical.

[w¡n9Nµ7 §£@¥€r 123]

it's just a temporary thing. You'll get there. Be strong

All that poor guy did was put some in his mouth when he was a kid...

That's not quite right. In Javier's case, it happened, I believe, just a day or two before the medical.

Who am I thinking of then? In someones case it was just once when they were a kid.

[Nessa 23]

This stuff is serious and advising people to tell the truth here is doing them a disservice.

What do u mean? People should lie about it?