President Trump’s announcement of planned immigration raids in Los Angeles and other major U.S. cities beginning Sunday has heightened fears and anxiety in targeted communities, leaving many seeking legal help susceptible to scams, advocates say.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers detain a suspect during a 2017 enforcement operation in Los Angeles. in Los Angeles and other major U.S. cities beginning Sunday has heightened fears and anxiety in targeted communities, leaving many seeking legal help susceptible to scams, advocates say.
Undocumented migrants are especially susceptible to scams as the threat of deportation looms. Immigration consultant offices are widely available and easily accessible, prompting many immigrants to choose unauthorized legal help over proper legal aid.are at every corner,” Reyes said. Also, he said, migrants may feel more comfortable in theseenvironments. Many immigration consultants speak their native language, claim to charge less than a regular attorney, and understand them culturally.
In 2018, the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs received 270 complaints against immigration consultants, which showed a significant increase from previous years, Reyes said.
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