As an immigration official with over twenty years of field experience, and one who has watched the laws change, I can say that Malcolm did NOT violate any immigration laws when he visited Mayberry. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 established criteria for working in the United States. It was then that the I-9 Form was implemented to ensure that those who were hired in the United States 1) had the appropriate status, and 2) were legally authorized to work. If he were to come here today, he would need an appropriate visa to work. Unfortunately, it is unlikely that he would qualify for any existing work visas.
Just thought I'd clear that up. Oh, and one more thing... If Malcolm WERE to work illegally, it would not be Andy's job to stop him or even report him. Only in certain States where there are Section 287(g) agreements would he be obligated to do so. I don't think North Carolina is one of those States. Hope this helps! ...Alan (I came to fill my vase!) Sent from my iPad _______________________________________________ WBMUTBB mailing list [email protected] http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
