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Board of Immigration Appeals
1Opinion of the Court
MATTER OF R In SECTION 249 Proceedings A-5760666 Decided by Assistant Commissioner March 9, 1960 Record of lawful entry—Not precluded under section 249 where record of lawful admission for permanent residence exists but was vitiated by subsequent illegal entry. Prior record of lawful admission in 1928 for permanent residence does not preclude adjustment of status under section 249 of the act where applicant's immigration status became unlawful as a result of Illegal reentry In 1954, and he has otherwise established his eligibility under the terms of the statute. APPLICATION: For creation of a…