What are the general consequences for working without a work permit

For the person who works, unauthorized employment is grounds for removal. For an employer who hires an unauthorized immigrant to work, there are liabilities of fines and in the most egregious cases, imprisonment. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.   sions of legal consequence.