USCIS has approved a naturalization application for a veteran who previously faced denial due to a DUI conviction. The application was filed under INA § 329, which allows for expedited naturalization for individuals who served honorably in the U.S. armed forces during designated periods of hostilities. This approval comes after the applicant’s initial filing was rejected based on a DUI offense that fell within the standard five-year good moral character period.
Key Details:
- Initial application denied due to DUI conviction within five-year period.
- Approved under INA § 329, which limits good moral character assessment to one year before application.
- New Form N-400 submitted in September 2025 and approved in December 2025.
- Client is currently awaiting scheduling of the oath ceremony.
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Source: Arsen Baziyants