United States v. Chhay Lim

JERRY E. SMITH, Circuit Judge:

Chhay Lim conditionally pleaded guilty of possession of a firearm by an illegal alien. He appeals pre-plea rulings denying his motions to dismiss the indictment, to admit evidence relevant to his immigration status, and to suppress evidence. We affirm the refusal to dismiss the indictment and admit the evidence. We affirm in part and reverse in part the denial of the motion to suppress. The judgment of conviction is vacated and remanded.

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In 1997, Lim, while a lawful permanent resident ("LPR"), was ordered removed *679 from the United States after serving three years…