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[–] -1 points 9 months ago (4 children)

"A first-time illegal entry is a federal misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $250 and a maximum jail sentence of six months."

Source: https://legalclarity.org/18-u-s-c-1325-illegal-entry-and-its-legal-consequences/

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  • [–] 1 point 9 months ago (2 children)

    Overstaying a visa, which accounts for more immigration violations than illegal border crossings, is a civil offense.

    It’s incorrect to say that there’s almost no crime involved, but it’s definitely not all or most people who commit immigration violations.

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