As of July 2022, 38 states have legalized the medical use of cannabis to differing degrees. Each jurisdiction has its own criteria regarding what conditions cannabis can be prescribed for, in what amounts, and the process for issuing medical marijuana licenses. Based on this, immigrants may believe using marijuana in a state that has legalized it will not hurt or impact their immigration status. Unfortunately, that is READ MORE READ MORE

The Department of Justice recently announced convictions in a major undercover operation involving seven construction-related companies in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. After a years-long investigation into the construction industry in the region, 12 defendants have been sentenced for immigration and employment-related crimes. The announcement underscores the significant criminal repercussions for manipulating undocumented individuals for personal gain. Illegal Check-Cashing Scheme The convictions stem from unscrupulous READ MORE READ MORE

The Department of Justice recently announced a settlement agreement with a home care provider based in Washington State. The settlement resolves claims that the company engaged in discriminatory practices against noncitizens through its E-Verify practices. The announcement underscores the severe consequences of violating the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (“INA”). Allegations of Discrimination Against Noncitizens According to the Department of Justice, an investigation into READ MORE READ MORE

The Department of Justice recently announced a settlement agreement with a home care provider based in Washington State. The settlement resolves claims that the company engaged in discriminatory practices against noncitizens through its E-Verify practices. The announcement underscores the severe consequences of violating the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (“INA”). Allegations of Discrimination Against Noncitizens According to the Department of Justice, an investigation into READ MORE READ MORE

Recent announcements from the Middle District of Pennsylvania showcase the risks involved in violating the immigration laws of this country and the serious consequences for those who are caught. Noncitizen in Pennsylvania Sentenced to Time Served for Illegal Reentry On March 1, 2022, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that a Pennsylvania man was sentenced to time served of 33 days’ imprisonment READ MORE READ MORE