A felony conviction does not automatically bar a person from adopting a child, although international adoptions are strictly forbidden. The laws for adoption vary from state to state, so some felons may be able to adopt, depending on the crime or length of time from the conviction.
yes you should
if you have a conviction, probably not; contact Indiana department of children services for more information.
Yes.
A conviction is a conviction. Probation IS a sentence - - a lenient sentence but a sentence nonetheless.
At the moment, yes. However, with a felony conviction there are some places that will not issue a visa.
To get a felony expunged, you typically need to file a petition with the court where you were convicted, meet certain eligibility criteria (such as completing your sentence and waiting for a specified period of time), and attend a hearing. The process and eligibility requirements for expungement vary by state. It's advisable to consult with a lawyer to guide you through this process.
The state can drop any charge against someone if they feel they can not get a conviction. But one convicted, the conviction never drops off your record.
No
Can I travel to the Bahamas with a felony conviction
A criminal conviction does not necessarily mean that you cannot adopt a child. If your conviction had nothing to do with offenses against children or violence then you would still be able to adopt.
First conviction is a first degree misdemeanor and second conviction is a fifth degree felony.
Yes, it is possible to loose your US Visa status and be deported for a felony conviction.