Undoubtedly one of today’s most misunderstood topics in the United States is immigration. It’s an area of complexity. As a result, it is vital to keep current on whatever changes to federal and state laws may affect your situation. Whether it’s issues related to employment, education, receiving of public benefits, or voter rights, these and other matters may sometimes differ between federal law and those in Maryland. Should you have questions regarding immigration law, turn to the Maryland immigration attorneys from the Thompson Legal Group.
While federal law expects employers to follow guidelines associated with I-9 verification, Maryland does not impose E-Verify requirements on state or local agencies. Maryland does not require private employers to confirm a new hire’s legal employment status through E-Verify.
If applying for a Maryland driver’s license, you will need to bring documents with you that establish your identity and lawful presence in the United States. Along with this, you will also need to provide your Social Security number and documents showing you are a legal resident of the state.
Contrary to many states, Maryland does allow qualifying illegal immigrants to attend in-state colleges and universities. You may also pay in-state tuition rates. However, since different schools may have varying rules allowing individuals to qualify for acceptance and in-state tuition rates, always verify these requirements ahead of time.
Maryland does not currently have any state-issued requirements for voter identification. Immigrants who wish to vote will have to abide by current federal guidelines.
Since there are many issues that can arise and quickly become problematic for those who may be considered illegal immigrants, it is best to rely on expert advice should you encounter a problem. Therefore, we recommend scheduling a consultation today with Maryland immigration attorneys from the Thompson Legal Group.