N-652 Decision Cannot Yet Be Made on Your Application

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jaime_p

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I had my N-400 interview on Sept 28, 2010, and received the "decision cannot yet be made" N-652 form. I am applying on 3-year family eligibility, and went to the interview alone. The IO asked where my spouse was, and I said he was away on a work trip. She asked when he was coming back, and made a note of it. Then, when we got to the criminal record part, I openly told her I had 2 back-to-back DUI arrests & charges in 2005. Both cases got dismissed/expunged in 2009 after I got done with probation. I sent in all court-certified documents that the cases were dismissed, but the IO was still flipping through the pages of my fat file, highly doubting that the judge would approve my motions. I participated in a year-long DUI court, which was a voluntary program, where I had to report to the judge weekly, take sobriety tests 3 times a week, and participate in various discussion groups and activities. Upon its completion, the judge gave me a "certificate of achievement", which I surely sent in with my N-400 application. Thought that would help a lot in my case, but now I have no idea...

My questions: should I expect an IO to show up at my house at some point in time, just to check if I indeed live there with my spouse? What are the chances of the second interview, where his presence is mandatory? And finally, what are my chances on getting denied in becoming a US citizen? I haven't received a word from USCIS yet, but now considering contacting CA senators and/or getting a good immigration lawyer. Please help. THANK YOU!
 
Congratulations! Did you have a similar reason for the "decision cannot yet be made"? I read so many different opinions that am not quite sure if I should wait on the response from USCIS or start doing something...
 
If you have EVER been arrested, it is standard procedure to give "decision cannot be made" and wait for the supervisor to review the file.
 
Jackolantern said:
If you have EVER been arrested, it is standard procedure to give "decision cannot be made" and wait for the supervisor to review the file.
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She is not sure about the cause. It could be due to the IIO suspicion of the marriage
 
WBH said:
She is not sure about the cause. It could be due to the IIO suspicion of the marriage
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That could be another reason, but the arrests practically guaranteed that "decision cannot be made" would happen, regardless of any other factors.
 
WBH and Jackolantern,
Thank you so much for your input. I will definitely keep in mind both possible causes, and have no problem bringing my spouse to the second interview (if that's what USCIS demands), or providing any additional info on my criminal history (like getting a letter from the judge who handled my cases and granted the dismissal motions). In any case, THANK YOU!
 
I got an oath ceremony letter today so I guess after the supervisor reviewed my file, there was enough evidence for my case. Thank you for your input, everyone!!! For all those who are in the process of application, and have some criminal charges in past (misdemeanor or felony), it sure does help a lot if you get all your cases expunged. Good luck to everyone who is ready to become an American!
 
Congratulations Jaime.
But expunging has nothing to do with approval. It is the probation combined with good behavior which results in the dismissal.
Expunged cases are still visible to the government.
 
Thank you, and yes, the government certainly sees everything on your record. But the dismissal of the cases shows your fulfillment of all requirements of probation, and the court's forgiveness. I think it just gives any applicant more credibility.
 
Hi Jaime.

What is date for your Oath Ceremony?My was was same day with yours and haven't recieved Oath letter because of that I am asking.

Regards
 
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