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· 7/1/1998

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Citations

  • 21 I. & N. Dec. 1079

Syllabus

O-D-, 21 I&N Dec. 1079 (BIA 1998) ID 3334 (PDF) Presentation by an asylum applicant of an identification document that is found to be counterfeit by foresic experts not only discredits the applicant's claim as to the critical elements of identity and nationality, but, in the absence of an explanation or rebuttal, also indicates an overall lack of credibility regarding the entire claim.

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  • permitting the retroactive application of a reduced limitations period “so long as there remains a reasonable time for the commencement of suit.”
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