Is It a Crime to Cross the U.S. Border Without Permission or Gain Entry By Fraud?
Illegal entry to the U.S. carries criminal penalties, civil penalties, and various immigration consequences.
Recently Updated Articles
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Overview of Deportation/Removal Laws
When, why, and how the U.S. can deport (remove) people and return them to their home countries.
Updated 06/24/2026
Pennsylvania Dog-Bite Injury Laws and Owner Liability Rules
Details on dog owners' legal responsibilities in Pennsylvania, and what happens when their animals hurt someone.
Can You Request Asylum at the U.S. Border?
When and how to request asylum before having actually entered the U.S. with a visa at a border, airport, or other entry point.
How Many People Can Get U.S. Asylum?
U.S. immigration law doesn't set a limit on the number of people granted asylum each year, but the president does set a limit on refugees.
Updated 06/10/2026