India, Dec. 8 -- The US government has announced a penalty of USD 5,000 for undocumented immigrants aged 14 or older. The penalty has been imposed under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Sharing details on X, Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks said: "Under 8 USC *1815, all illegal aliens aged 14 or older who entered the United States without inspection will be assessed a $5,000 apprehension fee."

He added that violations under 8 USC *2339 and 8 USC *1324 would also apply.

"This message applies to all illegal aliens-regardless of where they entered, how long they've been in the U.S., their current location, or any ongoing immigration proceedings," Banks said.

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