Two Mexican Citizens Charged with Social Security ID Fraud

The US government is serious on eradicating illegal aliens in the country. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has updated its system in tracing false documents. Identity fraud seems to be the fastest way to experience a federal trial nowadays.

Such is the situation of two Mexican citizens who were facing identity theft charges after submitting fake papers for employment, according to reports on Sunday.

According to reports, Juan Pablo Sotelo-Castro and Jose Luis Morones-Garcia have used tampered Social Security cards when they settled and applied for work in Iowa and Illinois.

Authorities filed identity theft and other charges against both men in US District Court in Cedar Rapids on Sept. 20. Sotelo-Castro and Morones-Garcia were detained awaiting trial.

Using tampered Social Security cards just to comply with employment requirements may give you temporary cash, but result in a series of legal mishaps in the near future. The government is more sophisticated nowadays with its E-Verify system and updated database so it’s almost impossible to get away with the crime.

If you are not yet caught with your identity fraud, better correct your employment papers and face the penalties to avoid longer jail time. The authorities may reduce your charges when you take the initiative to correct your acts.

For more information on identity theft, you may consult with a Social Security lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney will help you go through the legal process. Dial 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.

Mexican Man Guilty on Identity Theft Violation

Another Mexican immigrant was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty to Identity theft charges.

According to reports, the US District Court in Bangor ordered Cesar Benitez-Salazar to serve a year and 3 months of jail time after four months of litigating his Social Security fraud case.

The 26-year-old Mexican entered the United States by presenting a stolen Social Security ID and other tampered documents. He assumed the identity of Islander Birriel-Lopez to conduct transactions and travel within US territory, reports said.

Reports said a store clerk notified police officers of the dubious appearance of Salazar. She described how the Mexican man attempted to buy alcohol and drove an unlicensed car along Northport town. Salazar then led the police into a chase until his vehicle caught fire.

Bangor officials arrested Salazar in November 2010. He pleaded guilty of Identity theft, Driving under the Influence, and other criminal charges on March 28, 2011.

Salazar is one of the numerous undocumented immigrants that police officers have arrested recently. Authorities have ordered penalties among foreigners who use stolen or fake Social Security numbers in entering US territory.

To resolve the rising number of Identity theft cases, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has partnered with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in implementing E-Verify system. This new technology can trace discrepancy on submitted documents, using the database from two agencies.

When a person fails to provide legal immigration papers or a valid Social Security identification, the authorities can impose fines, jail time, and deportation.

For more information on Social Security law, you may consult with a lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney may help you process legal documents to validate your employment in United States. Dial our toll free number at 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.

Male Mexican Guilty on Identity Theft Violation

Another Mexican immigrant was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty to Identity theft charges.

According to reports, the US District Court in Bangor ordered Cesar Benitez-Salazar to serve a year and 3 months sentence after four months of litigating his Social Security fraud case.

The 26-year-old Mexican entered the United States by presenting a stolen Social Security ID and other tampered documents. He assumed the identity of Islander Birriel-Lopez to conduct transactions and travel within US territory, reports said.

Reports said a store clerk notified police officers of the dubious appearance of Salazar. She described how the Mexican man attempted to buy alcohol and drove an unlicensed car along Northport town. Salazar then led the police into a chase until his vehicle caught fire.

Bangor officials arrested Salazar in November 2010. He pleaded guilty of Identity theft, Driving under Influence, and other criminal charges on March 28, 2011.

Salazar is one of the numerous undocumented immigrants that police officers have arrested recently. Authorities have ordered stiff penalties to foreigners who use stolen or fake Social Security numbers when entering US territory.

To resolve the rising number of Identity theft cases, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has partnered with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in implementing E-Verify system. This new technology can trace discrepancy on submitted documents, using the database from two agencies.

When a person fails to provide legal immigration papers or a valid Social Security identification, the authorities can impose fines, jail time, and deportation.

For more information on Social Security law, you may consult with a lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney may help you process legal documents to validate your employment in United States. Dial our toll free number at 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.