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Have you received a notice that you are being fined $1,820,352?

  • Writer: Jia Law Group
    Jia Law Group
  • 5 hours ago
  • 2 min read

The immigrant community is currently being inundated with notices informing them that they are being fined, with amounts as high as $1,820,352. While the government has long held the authority to issue these civil penalties, this administration’s widespread assessment of civil penalties is unprecedented.



Am I at risk?


Between January 2025 to mid-March 2026, there have been 65,101 civil fines issued, totaling more than $36 billion.


Even if you have not yet received a notice, if you fit the criteria, the government may issue you a notice.


Are my assets at risk?


The government has sued immigrants to force payment of the fines. In addition to lawsuits, the government can seize tax returns, garnish wages, and refer individuals to debt collectors.


If you receive a penalty notice, this means that your wages, savings, and personal property - including your home and vehicle, are at risk. We are dedicated to assisting our clients defend themselves against these civil penalties in this evolving landscape.


What can I do?


Jia Law Group has had the opportunity to assist members of the immigrant community in navigating and responding to these civil penalty notices.


Once a notice is received, either through mail or personal service, timely action is crucial. Your response time to these notices is limited. Consulting as soon as possible with our experienced immigration team is the best first step a person can take once a notice has been received. During your consultation, an experienced immigration attorney can review your particular case background, advise you on how you can respond to the notice, and assess you for any pathways to lawful status you might be eligible for.


If you have not yet received a notice, but are concerned about being issued a notice, begin by working proactively with our experienced immigration team on your case.


These fines are just one of the tools in this administration’s toolkit to intimidate and discourage immigrants. It is crucial to timely seek legal advice and quality legal representation when responding to these fine notices. Jia Law Group is dedicated to assisting our clients in navigating and responding to these civil penalty disputes.

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