How to Deport an Illegal Employee in Enid, Oklahoma

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has offices in states across the country, including Oklahoma.

Illegal immigration is a growing problem in Oklahoma, according to state law enforcement officials. Oklahoma lawmakers have been working in recent years to toughen the state's immigration laws. If you are aware of an illegal employee in Enid, Oklahoma, it is your responsibility to report the matter and allow immigration authorities to begin deportation proceedings, if deemed necessary.

Instructions

1. Call Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials. ICE is the investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security. ICE operates offices across the country. In Oklahoma, a field office is located in Oklahoma City. Contact the office by calling 1-866-DHS-2ICE.

2. Provide specifics on the illegal employee. Give the ICE officer as many specifics as you can. Provide the name of the illegal employee as well as the employer who has hired the individual. Give an address of the business along with a location for the employee if you have the information. Offer dates, times, and other details you may have about the illegal employee and his work at the Enid, Oklahoma, business.

3. Contact local law enforcement. Report an illegal employee in Enid, Oklahoma, to law enforcement to obtain assistance in notifying federal authorities. For nonemergency matters, the Enid Police Department can be reached at 580-242-7000.

4. Leave direct action to the authorities. Do not attempt to detain someone you think is an illegal immigrant on your own.

References

• EnidNews.com; Immigration Bills Would Crack Down on Illegals in Oklahoma; March 12, 2006
• Immigration and Naturalization Service: Investigative office telephone listings
• American Chaos: How to Report Illegal Alients

Resources

• U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: Contact ICE