Challenging Naturalization Denials Based On “Unlawful Acts”
Written By: Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC)
Source: Ready To Stay
Updated : 10/8/2025 Written : 9/2/2025This guide is intended to assist clients who have been denied naturalization based on a lack of good moral character, specifically based on the commission of alleged “unlawful acts” during the statutory good moral character period. There is a sample cover letter included, intended to provide a roadmap for how to challenge such denials at the administrative stage — through an appeal filed on Form N-336.