Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids on employers are on the
rise. These raids can disrupt business and send worker morale plummeting.
But employers have rights. Managers and owners can develop a strategy
around those rights, in advance of a raid, to minimize harm from one if
it does occur. Treat the potential for an ICE raid as you would treat
the potential for a fire. Develop a plan, educate employees about it and
hold “immigration raid” drills. Preparing for an immigration
raid does not mean your business has a political position on the issue.
It means you have a contingency plan in place to protect yourself and
your workers from potential violations of your rights. Bear in mind that
employers are mandated to complete I-9 forms for each employee they hire,
without exception. ICE can request copies of your I-9 forms and it is
entitled to see them. The law gives you three work days to submit them,
and you should take advantage of the waiting period. If you have an employee
without work authorization it gives you and the employee some time to
consult with an immigration attorney. You can learn more about employer
rights from this
employer guide. This guide is not a substitute for legal advice. Still, it is a straightforward
way to get up to speed on what may happen during a raid that is or is
not within the law.
Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C.
can advise you on immigration matters and has the experience to guide
you. Call us at (510) 756-4468. Our removal defense attorneys are ready
to see how we can assist you.
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