ColonelAngus
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People who crossed the border illegally should not be deported because why?
The primary federal statute addressing illegal immigration is found in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which is codified mainly in Title 8 of the United States Code (U.S.C.), particularly 8 U.S.C. § 1325 and 8 U.S.C. § 1326.
Here’s a breakdown:
- 8 U.S.C. § 1325 – Improper Entry by Alien:
This statute makes it a misdemeanor for any noncitizen to:
- Enter or attempt to enter the U.S. at a time or place other than as designated by immigration officers,
- Elude examination or inspection by immigration officers, or
- Attempt to enter or obtain entry by willfully false or misleading representation or the willful concealment of a material fact.
Penalties:
- First offense: Up to 6 months imprisonment and/or a fine.
- Subsequent offenses: Up to 2 years imprisonment and/or a fine.
- 8 U.S.C. § 1326 – Reentry of Removed Aliens:
This statute applies to individuals who were previously deported, removed, or denied admission, and who then reenter or attempt to reenter the U.S. illegally.
Penalties:
- Basic offense: Up to 2 years imprisonment.
- If the person was removed after certain criminal convictions, penalties can increase up to 10 or 20 yearsdepending on the offense.