How much will a naturalization application affect a traffic violation?Is parking violation a problem?

In this column, we frequently ask questions when applying for naturalization."traffic violation"The administrative scrivener will answer in an easy-to-understand manner as a naturalization application professional.

XNUMX. XNUMX.Does traffic violation affect naturalization application?How many times will it be disapproved?

One of the conditions for a naturalization application to be permitted is"Being good"(Article 5, Paragraph 1, Item 3 of the Nationality Act).After examining whether this behavior is good,Proper payment of pensions and taxes, existence and content of traffic violations, criminal records, criminal records, relevance to organized crime groups, etc.etc. will be considered.
Because traffic violations are considered in the process of judging this "good conduct", traffic violations become a problem in naturalization applications.In other words, depending on the nature of the traffic violationmay be disallowedabout it.

So how likely is it to be denied permission?To what extent can I apply for naturalization?

① In the case of parking violations or speeding violations

There are various types of traffic violations, such as parking violations and speeding violations.Minor ViolationWhat is the impact on the naturalization application in the case of
As a guide, even for minor traffic violations5 times or more within the last 5 yearsIf so, it will be highly evaluatedNaturalization application not permittedmay become.
In addition, repeated minor violations of 1 to 3 pointsLicense suspensionIf it becomes, it is an excessive speed violationLicense suspension / license revocationIfLikely to be disallowed.

After the breachWhether you are reflecting on or rehabilitatingis also important. Even if it is a parking violation about 1 to 3 times,It is vicious because the attitude of remorse and rehabilitation is not visibleif it is judged thatDisallowedSometimes it becomes.
On the other hand, even if you repeatedly violate parking violations, if you can reflect and be evaluated as rehabilitated, you may be permitted.

Even if it is such a minor violation,Number of times and frequency, whether or not you are reflecting and rehabilitatingEtc. will be judged individually and concretely.

② In the case of driving under the influence of alcohol, driving under the influence of alcohol, driving without a license, or an accident resulting in injury or death

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drinking (drunk) drivingserious crimeis.If your license is suspended or revoked for any of these reasons,It is difficult to become naturalized until a few years have passed since the execution of a sentence such as a fine or imprisonment was completed..
In the case of personal injury, especially when the percentage of negligence is high, similarlyDifficult to naturalize unless several years have passed.

2. How is a traffic violation "discovered"?

2-1 Documents to be submitted for naturalization application

When applying for naturalization,"Driving record certificate for 5 years"will be submitted to the Legal Affairs Bureau.This curriculum vitae proves the record of traffic violations, traffic accidents, and administrative penalties for driver's licenses for the past five years.
From the description of this certificate, you can see the details of traffic violations, traffic accidents, and administrative sanctions for driver's licenses for the past five years.
Incidentally,4 types of certificates regarding driving history

① Driving record certificate

This is a document that proves the records of traffic accidents, traffic violations, and administrative penalties for driver's licenses in the past 1, 3, and 5 years.

② Accident-free / non-violation certificate

It is a document that proves how long you spent without accidents and violations.

③ Driver's license history certificate

This is a document certifying the current type of driver's license, the date of acquisition, and the license that has been revoked or revoked in the past.

④Certificate of accumulated points, etc.

It is a document that proves the current score for traffic accidents and traffic violations.

The application form for these documents isObtained at the Japan Safe Driving Center, police station, police box, and police box

2-2 If you violate the law, it is important to report it honestly without hiding it.

In the case of a traffic violation, in the application form for naturalizationApplying while concealing the fact of violationand later discovered by the Legal Affairs Bureau,I feel very bad.
During interviews, people often ask questions about past traffic violations.Not reflecting/rehabilitatingand even if it is a minor violation,be disallowedThere is also a thing.
As mentioned above, the legal affairs bureau will assess the situation from the driving record certificate etc. submitted to the legal affairs bureau, and then look at the application documents and conduct an interview.Therefore, it is better to report any violations openly and honestly.

XNUMX. XNUMX.Can I apply for naturalization even if I violate traffic?

Traffic violations will be comprehensively screened based on the timing, content, and number of violations, the amount of fines, the number of years since the violation, whether there are other violations, and whether the offender has repented and rehabilitated himself/herself. .As such, it will be a case-by-case basis as to whether your application will be granted.

Also, it should be noted thatTraffic violation after naturalization application.
As a guideline for the period until the naturalization application is permitted8 months to 1 yeartakes time.If you commit a traffic violation within this review period, depending on the nature of the violation,will be disallowedsometimes.It is also necessary to report additional traffic violations to the Legal Affairs Bureau after applying.

During the period when you are applying for naturalization, you should drive more carefully than usual, or refrain from driving.

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