What legal section restricts Deanna from adjusting status after marrying someone else?

The correct answer highlights a specific provision within the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) that addresses the circumstances under which an individual may not adjust their immigration status. INA § 245(d) specifically imposes restrictions related to the adjustment of status for individuals who have engaged in certain activities prior to applying for status adjustment, including entering into a marriage and subsequently marrying someone else.

In this context, if Deanna was previously married to one individual and then later married another, INA § 245(d) would apply by restricting her ability to adjust her status due to the implications surrounding the validity and circumstances of her marriages. This provision serves as a safeguard in immigration law to prevent misuse of the marriage process to gain immigration benefits.

The other sections, such as INA § 245(a), typically outlines the general eligibility criteria for adjustment of status, while INA § 245(b) considers specific categories of individuals eligible for adjustment. INA § 245(c) focuses on specific disqualifications for adjustment status relating to unauthorized employment or unlawful presence. However, none of these sections directly address the restrictions related to marrying multiple individuals in a sequence that could jeopardize the adjustment process.