Fact Check: Is being in the United States without documents a crime?

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Claimant: Social Media


Claim: Being in the U.S. without proper documentation is a crime.


Rating: FALSE


Explanation: Unlawful presence is a civil, not criminal, offense handled by immigration courts, not criminal courts.


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Date: 10/14/2025




 

Last Updated on October 27, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check


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