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I have a B2 visa and spent 5 1/2 months travelling in the US. I returned May 18th. The court date is Sept 25th. Whilst I was there I witnessed an assault. This was a long time ago and I didn't hear much about it until I was forwarded a letter which was basically a summons to court. Now I believe I'm not legally obliged to attend as I'm not an US citizen, however I know the victim personally and would like to help. Also I will be going to Canada around that time so could easily stop there first.

If I return can I say to the border control that I need to attend a court date? As this isn't exactly "tourism" & I don't want to get in trouble.

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Is it really only a B-2 visa or a B-1/B-2? They usually come together, though it's possible to get a visa that is only for one purpose.

According to the US Embassy Manila, appearing in court is an activity for a B-1 visa. If you have a B-1/B-2 visa, then you're fine. If your really only have a B-2 visa, that's a little more of an issue (though you might well get away with it).

I am, of course, assuming you have a multiple-entry visa valid for another trip to the US.

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