New York City Council passed legislation to address immigration legal services fraud, particularly impacting immigrant communities. This predatory practice, known as notarial fraud, exploits individuals, leading many to lose thousands for ineffective services. The new law, introduced by Council Members Julie Won and Shahana Hanif, doubles penalties for significant violations of immigration assistance service rules. Providers failing to meet requirements face higher fines, ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 for initial violations. The increased penalties aim to deter wrongdoing and protect vulnerable immigrants from further exploitation.
The New York City Council has passed legislation to combat immigration legal services fraud, known as notarial fraud, which preys on immigrant communities.
Legislators emphasize that predatory immigration services often lead to significant financial losses, as victims can pay thousands for ineffective legal assistance.
The new law doubles penalties for severe violations, increasing civil penalties for immigration assistance service providers who fail to comply with regulations.
Fines for non-compliance will now range from $5,000 to $10,000 for first violations, escalating for repeat offenses to better protect immigrant consumers.
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