- Fines
Substantial fines, ranging from $100 to $1,000 per hire, can be imposed for violating the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). - Prison time
Up to six months in prison for knowingly hiring an illegal worker, and up to 10 years for harboring an illegal worker. - Debarment from government contracts
An employer who fails to comply with immigration laws may be debarred from government contracts. - Back pay
A court may order an employer to pay back pay to an individual who was discriminated against. - Hiring order
A court may order an employer to hire an individual who was discriminated against.
Other penalties for non-compliance include:
- Being ordered to cease and desist from hiring unauthorized noncitizens
- Facing civil money penalties for failing to properly complete, retain, and/or make Forms I-9 available for inspection