Enacts new GS 14-465 to make the offense of willful failure to complete or carry an alien registration document, defined as a violation of 8 USC Section 1304(e) or Section 1306(a) (corresponding federal laws), a Class 1 misdemeanor. Provides, however, that the maximum fine is $100 and the maximum imprisonment is 20 days for the first offense and 30 days for subsequent offenses. Authorizes a person’s immigration status to be verified by either a federally approved law enforcement officer or a federal agency communicating with the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Sets forth a nondiscrimination requirement, a procedure for allocating confinement costs, and an exception for persons authorized to remain in the U.S. by the federal government. Permits any record relating to a person’s immigration status and certified authentic by the responsible government agency to be admissible in any court. Effective December 1, 2011, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date.
Bill Summaries: S 179 FAILURE TO CARRY OR COMPLETE ALIEN REG. DOCS.
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Bill S 179 (2011-2012)Summary date: Mar 2 2011 - View Summary