Illegal immigrant
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002494
A person who has entered or remained in a country without official authorization or in violation of immigration laws. This status can arise from entering without inspection, overstaying a visa, or violating the terms of a visa. The term 'undocumented immigrant' is often used as an alternative.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-002494 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A person who has entered or remained in a country without official authorization or in violation of immigration laws. This status can arise from entering without inspection, overstaying a visa, or violating the terms of a visa. The term 'undocumented immigrant' is often used as an alternative.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/illegal-immigrant/"
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