So.... this thread is interesting..
I didn't bother applying for either GE or PRE in the past, as I figured I wouldn't be eligible, as I have a single arrest in the Uk almost 20 years ago for something that would definitely be classed as a misdemeanor here in the US. It is not on this TSA list:
https://www.tsa.gov/disqualifying-offenses-factors
Being younger (although not a minor), somewhat scared and with really poor duty legal representation, I accepted a caution, which in UK terms is a formal warning, with fingerprints and DNA taken, and which is recorded on police systems, but there is no action taken beyond that.
As I later found out, a caution is an admission of the offence, but is not classed as a conviction. I have zero other arrests or citations, on either side of the pond - not even a traffic ticket.
When I went through my US immigrant visa and green card process I was upfront and honest about the single incident, I produced the paperwork from that time as well as a police print out showing that is the only incident held by UK police about me, which was backed up with the official police certificate that you have to provide. This caused no issues or delays, and I have been a lawful permanent resident since. This is all contained in my file, wherever USCIS have it stored, and will no doubt be mentioned when I go through my application for citizenship.
So... why I am I posting this now?
I had PRE appear randomly on my AA domestic BP last week - I believe under the 'Managed Inclusion' program - and when I successfully used it, it not only turned out to be a huge time saver, but it really reminded me of how easy certain aspects of travelling used to be, so I would love to do so again.
So, given the info just posted, is it worth me applying for GE and PRE?
Have I been flagged by a big computer somewhere as ok for PRE or was it given to me basically randomly just to tempt me?
Lots of questions, not many answers so far.