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*Derivative Citizenship* In some cases, people are U.S. Citizens and do not know it. In this case, it is possible for us to file what is known as a Derivative Citizenship Petition. It is a petition that if approved, will give proof of U.S. Citizenship. There is a significant amount of evidence that would be required for this type of petition, but if done properly, there is a reasonable chance of success. There are ways of obtaining records without his help.

I assume that you will be returning to the country under the visa waiver program. If you already have permission and do not have to apply again for ESTA, you would likely not have issues with your reentry. If you require permission again, however, you might not be allowed back into the US under the visa waiver program. Under such situation, you might have to apply for a visitors visa to the US at a US consulate or embassy and explain the situation of your arrest. The consular officer would then make a decision as to whether to grant the visa. Customs and Border Protection personnel would generally respect a consular decision. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.