In just the last few months, over 7,300 immigrants from the nation’s border arrived in New York City. Unfamiliar with the language or the culture, these immigrants seek a better life in the United States. However, the staggering number of new arrivals to the country has given rise to an increase in scam artists seeking to prey on this population. Advocates warn against certain pitfalls which could cost immigrants thousands of dollars and even their future in this country.
According to a recent article by Anna Lucente Sterling from Spectrum News 1, the increase in new immigrants in New York City from the southern border has resulted in immigration law scams. Unfortunately, it is common for scams to prey on the vulnerable status of immigrants for financial benefit, often putting the victim at a unique risk of deportation. According to Shaina Coronel, the Director of Communications at the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs in New York City, “[o]ur key message is if you need immigration legal advice, only go to a lawyer or someone who is accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice, or an organization recognized by the Department of Justice.”
About Notario Fraud – What to Watch Out For
Perhaps one of the most common frauds perpetrated against immigrant communities is known as “notario fraud.” This scam involves someone holding themselves out to be an attorney or an individual who is licensed to practice in…
