Shoplifting, Larceny, Robbery, Theft Shoplifting and H1B stamping

[miserable9]

I am on H1B visa and I was caught shoplifting items worth $100 earlier this year.
I hired a criminal attorney, who asked me to do community service before my court date. I did 30 hours and on court date my case was dismissed.I have also applied for expungement of my case.
Now I have the certified copies of my dismissal signed by the DA and I need to visit my home country for H1B visa stamping.
At the time of incident, I was taken to a room and given a citation and let go.
There is a portion on the form DS160 which asks for any arrests/convictions. Should I answer yes or no?
Also, would it be safe to travel and go for my visa interview?
Please help

 

[army judge]

No one here can direct you as to how to proceed for your visa. Hire an immigration attorney. Or, do what you're going to do anyway.


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[shrinkmaster]

Even a "dismissed" charged can have a record. As told earlier you need an immigration Attorney to be certain you will be allowed to re enter country