When ICE audits your company, they issue a Notice of Inspection (NOI) requiring you to produce all I-9 forms and supporting documentation within 3 business days. The NOI specifies the timeframe of employment records to be inspected (typically all current employees plus terminated employees within the retention period), and employers cannot refuse the inspection or delay production beyond the 3-day deadline. ICE inspectors review every I-9 form for technical compliance—Section 1 completion, Section 2 timely verification, Section 3 reverification when applicable, proper document examination, correct dates, valid signatures, and adherence to acceptable document lists. Violations result in fines ranging from $288 to $2,861 per paperwork error, $716 to $28,619 per knowing hire of unauthorized workers, and $590 to $11,823 per document fraud violation, with average penalties of $500 to $5,000 per violation depending on violation severity and employer compliance history.

ICE audits are triggered by anonymous tips, disgruntled employee reports, industry-wide enforcement sweeps targeting high-violation sectors like hospitality, healthcare, construction, and food service, prior violations at the same company, rapid hiring growth that suggests potential unauthorized worker employment, federal contract bidding requiring compliance verification, and random audits conducted without specific cause. During the inspection, ICE may also conduct worksite enforcement actions including employee interviews, document verification with USCIS databases, and criminal investigations if evidence suggests systematic knowing hire violations or fraudulent document use. Employers found with substantial violations face monetary penalties, required termination of unauthorized workers, implementation of mandatory E-Verify enrollment, ongoing compliance monitoring, and potential criminal prosecution of owners, managers, or HR personnel if the violations demonstrate intentional non-compliance.

Lake Mead Mobile Notary helps Las Vegas and Henderson employers prepare for ICE audits by providing professional I-9 verification services that create audit-ready documentation from the outset. Our mobile notaries complete Section 2 verification with proper document examination, accurate data entry, and detailed record-keeping that withstands ICE scrutiny. We also offer pre-audit I-9 reviews for businesses concerned about compliance gaps, identifying common violations like missing signatures, incorrect dates, expired documents without reverification, and incomplete fields—allowing employers to correct issues through good-faith self-audits before ICE initiates formal inspections. This proactive approach significantly reduces penalty exposure and demonstrates due diligence that ICE considers when determining fine amounts.

When title is vested in a Living Trust, the Trustee signs the Declaration of Homestead. The trustee appears with valid ID and presents a Certificate of Trust or relevant trust excerpt that confirms authority to sign for real property. The notary completes an acknowledgment, matching the trustee’s name and title exactly to the document. This capacity evidence helps the Recorder accept the filing without delays.

We handle trust signings across Green Valley North, Anthem Country Club, Spanish Hills, and Painted Desert. If a representative will sign, we can notarize the Power of Attorney and complete the homestead in the same visit. See Trusts and Estate Documents and Real Estate Closing Notarization.

Yes, I-9 violations are strict liability violations—intent doesn't matter. Even paperwork errors, technical mistakes, or missed deadlines trigger penalties of $288 to $2,861 per form regardless of whether the violation resulted from intentional non-compliance, negligence, or honest administrative oversight. ICE does not distinguish between deliberate fraud and accidental omissions when imposing fines; a missing signature, transposed date, incomplete field, or expired document without reverification all constitute violations subject to the full penalty range. This strict liability standard means employers cannot defend violations by claiming good faith, lack of knowledge, or reliance on employee representations—federal law places absolute responsibility on the employer to maintain complete, accurate, and timely I-9 forms for every employee.

However, good faith compliance efforts may reduce fine amounts within the penalty range. ICE considers mitigating factors when determining where in the $288-$2,861 spectrum to assess penalties, including: employer size and resources (small businesses may receive lower fines than large corporations), compliance history (first-time violators typically receive minimum penalties while repeat offenders face maximums), self-auditing and correction efforts (proactive I-9 reviews demonstrating due diligence can reduce fines), cooperation during ICE inspection (timely production of documents and professional conduct), implementation of compliance training programs, and absence of discriminatory practices. Employers who conduct annual I-9 self-audits, correct substantive violations through good-faith efforts (while preserving original forms per retention rules), train HR staff regularly, and use authorized representatives with expertise in employment verification demonstrate the compliance culture ICE values when exercising discretion in penalty assessment.

Lake Mead Mobile Notary helps Las Vegas and Henderson employers avoid honest mistakes by providing professional I-9 verification services that ensure accuracy from initial completion. Our mobile notaries examine documents carefully, complete Section 2 fields correctly, verify dates and document numbers, and create audit-ready forms that withstand ICE scrutiny. We also offer pre-audit I-9 review services for businesses concerned about existing compliance gaps, identifying correctable errors and implementing systems that prevent future mistakes. This proactive approach reduces penalty exposure and demonstrates the good-faith compliance effort that ICE considers when assessing fines. Book I-9 verification throughout Clark County including Chinatown Spring Mountain District and surrounding areas.

No, E-Verify does not replace Form I-9—all employers must complete I-9 for every employee regardless of E-Verify participation. E-Verify is a supplemental electronic system operated by the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration that allows employers to verify employee work authorization by comparing I-9 information against federal databases, but it functions as an additional compliance step after I-9 completion, not a substitute for the form itself. E-Verify is mandatory for federal contractors, subcontractors, and employers in states with mandatory E-Verify laws (Arizona, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah as of 2025), while remaining voluntary for other private employers. Nevada does not mandate E-Verify, making it optional for most Las Vegas and Henderson businesses unless they hold federal contracts.

The E-Verify process requires employers to first complete Section 2 of the I-9 form by examining employee identity and work authorization documents, then enter the I-9 data into the E-Verify system within 3 business days of the employee's hire date. E-Verify returns either an "Employment Authorized" result confirming the employee is authorized to work, or a "Tentative Nonconfirmation" (TNC) requiring the employee to resolve discrepancies with SSA or DHS within 8 federal working days. Employers cannot take adverse action against employees based on TNC results alone—the employee must be given the opportunity to contest the finding. E-Verify participation creates additional documentation requirements including retention of case results, employee rights notifications, and anti-discrimination compliance, as improper use of E-Verify (such as pre-employment screening or selective verification based on national origin) violates federal law and triggers separate penalties.

Lake Mead Mobile Notary provides I-9 verification services that create the foundation for E-Verify compliance by ensuring Section 2 is completed accurately before data entry into the E-Verify system. Our mobile notaries serve businesses throughout Henderson, Las Vegas, and Clark County, examining employee documents in person and completing I-9 forms with the precision E-Verify requires—correct spelling of names, accurate document numbers, proper date formatting, and compliant attestations. For employers enrolled in E-Verify, this professional verification service reduces TNC rates caused by data entry errors, ensures I-9 and E-Verify records match during audits, and demonstrates the good-faith compliance effort federal regulators expect when reviewing both I-9 forms and E-Verify case files.

A traveling notary in Las Vegas typically ranges from 55 to 95 dollars for the visit plus 10 to 15 dollars per notarized signature. Priority or after hours adds 25 to 60 dollars. The value is convenience, flexible timing, and support for group or witness required files at hotels on the Strip, offices in Downtown Las Vegas, and homes in Spring Valley and Summerlin South. Banks or UPS stores can be lower cost, but they require you to travel, work within set hours, and may not support witnesses or complex packets. For witness needs, request witness coordination when booking.