Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Taekwondo (2005): did not establish the beneficiary meets the O-1 criteria
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary meets the O-1 criteria. The awards submitted were not proven to be nationally or internationally recognized, as they appeared to be from regional competitions. The evidence for membership in a qualifying association was insufficient, and the record contained inconsistencies about the beneficiary's black belt level. The petitioner did not meet the burden of proof.
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Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Judging The Work Of Others
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