Scheme: 
DOJXEOIR0002
Case Type Number: 
2
Statute (Common Name): 
Immigration and Nationality Act
Program Area: 
Immigration
Legal Authorities (Statute/Exec. Order): 
8 USC 1324c
Regulatory Authorities (CFR): 
28 CFR Part 68; 8 CFR Part 1270
Filed By: 
Federal Agency
Brief Description of Case Type: 
Penalties for Document Fraud: Formal proceedings in which the Department of Homeland Security seeks civil penalties for document fraud (knowingly making, possessing, or using a fraudulent document) that relates to satisfying an immigration requirement or obtaining an immigration benefit. Remedies include civil monetary penalties and an order to cease and desist from the violating behavior.
Relief Available in Actions Filed by Agency: 
Cease and Desist Order
Civil (Monetary) Penalty
Finding of Violation/Non-Compliance
Fine for Program Violation/Non-Compliance
Relief Available in Actions Filed by Any Party: 
Injunction/Order
Verified by Agency: 
Verified