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Is vandalism a moral turpitude?

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Moral Turpitude is defined in U.S. law as "conduct that is considered contrary to community standards of justice, honesty or good morals."

In certain cases, vandalism (aka malicious destruction of property) can, indeed, qualify under that standard.

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