ICE Launches Workplace Immigration Crackdown

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Earlier this year, the Obama administration broke with a previous policy that targeted undocumented workers for deportation, and implemented instead a strategy to go after U.S. employers hiring illegal immigrants. In keeping with this new focus, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement ("ICE") announced on July 1, 2009 that is has issued 652 Notices of Inspection to businesses that it suspects of violating immigration laws. In 2008, only 503 Notices of Inspection were issued for the entire year! ICE will inspect hiring records to determine whether these businesses are in compliance with Form I-9 and other employment eligibility verification requirements.

As a result of a similar audit, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts was fined $40,000 for immigration violations. The audit found that the firm did not have the required paperwork to document the identity and employment eligibility for all workers at a doughnut plant in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Employers who have received Notices of Inspection are advised to contact an immigration attorney with experience representing employers in response to ICE enforcement actions.

ALL employers are advised to take proactive measures to audit their I-9 records to ensure the proper documentation is in place. Instant HR Solutions has conducted I-9 audits for many clients and we are available to help you reduce your risk of fines and other enforcement actions. Contact us today for assistance.

Or do-it-yourself with our comprehensive I-9 Compliance Kit. This kit contains everything you need to:

comply with documentation and recordkeeping requirements
find answers to questions on completing the I-9 form and reviewing documentation provided by new hires
deal with employees who don't provide the required documents
conduct your own internal audit using our guidelines and step-by-step checklist

Visit us at instanthrsolutions.com to purchase your I-9 Compliance Kit today.

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Allison Grace, CEBS, CCP, CMS, is President and Founder of Instant HR Solutions and a human resources professional with more than nineteen years of experience. As a consultant, Allison has worked with companies in various industries including hedge funds, technology, oil and gas development, recruiting and accounting. Combined with technical training and professional certifications, Allison’s practical experience includes working in all aspects of human resources to establish HR programs that support the strategic objectives of the business. Her extensive experience includes benefits, compensation, legal compliance, performance management, employee relations, recruiting and termination.
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