Arizona DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog
What is a crime involving moral turpitude?
According to Black's Law Dictionary, moral turpitude is defined as "Conduct that is contrary to justice, honesty or morality." It is important to understand the consequences if convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude (CIMT), particularly as it relates to immigration matters. These types of crimes can also have an impact on a person's ability to pursue meaningful employment, as prospective employers may call into question, a person's honesty or integrity if these types of crimes are found during a background search.
What types of crimes are deemed to be crimes involving moral turpitude? The more common crimes include the following: