Unlawful immigration is frequently discussed and hotly debated in the political discourse of politics in America. However, for the people living in the central and southern areas of Texas, illegal immigration is a genuine, everyday issue, considering the region's closeness to the border of the United States and Mexico. State officials in Texas and federal officials are frequently looking for anyone who entered the United States illegally. Every once in a while, a person living in the central or southern part of Texas may be accused of helping the unlawful entry of one or group of individuals into the U.S. and can face charges of human smuggling.
Smuggling someone into the United States is a grave crime that can bring with it hefty fines and jail time. If you have been accused of and charged with human smuggling, consider consulting with an experienced attorney with knowledge of and experience in human smuggling cases. Hiring an attorney can help ensure your rights are protected and that your best interests are always put first.
Texas Law Regarding Human Smuggling
Under Texas state law, human smuggling refers to the concealment or the harboring of someone who entered and stayed in the United States, thereby violating federal law. Notably, someone may find themselves charged with human smuggling if they transferred someone using a car, aircraft, or watercraft with the intention of hiding them from authorities. Additionally, someone may be charged with human smuggling if they helped someone evade an official trying to arrest or hold them. Finally, depending on the situation, in addition to the state's charge of human smuggling, a person could find themselves charged with alien smuggling, which is a federal crime.
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