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D.C. Code § 28-5301 Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (a)(1) "Client" means any noncitizen of the United States or any person seeking to sponsor a noncitizen for whom an immigration service provider performs or offers to perform an immigration service. (2) "Immigration matter" means any le…
D.C. Code § 28-5302 Prohibited practices; required disclosures
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(a) An immigration service provider shall not: (1) Provide legal representation for an immigration matter; (2) Make a misrepresentation or false statement to influence, persuade, or encourage a client to use the immigration service provider; (3) Insinuate or make a statement that…
D.C. Code § 28-5303 Contracts required
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(a)(1) Before providing an immigration service to a client, an immigration service provider shall execute a written contract with the client that includes the following information: (A) A detailed explanation of the immigration service to be performed; (B) An itemization of all f…
D.C. Code § 28-5304 Criminal and civil penalties
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(a) Any person who violates any provision of this chapter, shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined not more than the amount set forth in § 22-3571.01, or imprisoned for not more than one year, or both. (b) In addition to the criminal penalty set fort…