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Being in the US without proper documentation is generally considered a civil offense, not a criminal one. This means individuals can face civil penalties like deportation, but not criminal charges unless they have been previously deported and reentered illegally, .
Elaboration:
The act of being present in the US without authorization is considered a civil violation, meaning it doesn't involve a criminal charge.
Civil penalties for being in the US illegally can include fines and removal proceedings (deportation).
Criminal charges are typically only pursued for illegal entry or reentry after a prior order of deportation, or for other related criminal offenses.
Entering or reentering the US illegally can be a criminal offense, particularly if it violates a previous deportation order.
Similarly, while entering with a valid visa, overstaying the permitted time is a civil violation, not a criminal one.
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