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| https://titus.house.gov/press-releases/titus-hosts-event-with-plan-legal-aid-center-catholic-charities-others-to-protect | Titus Hosts Event with PLAN, Legal Aid Center, Catholic Charities & Others to Protect Immigrants Scammed By Local Businesses | 2016-08-17 | 2016 | 2016-08 | Democrat | House | NV | Dina Titus | T000468 | titus.house.gov | legacy | August 17, 2016 Contact: Kyle Roerink Phone: 202-657-3219 Las Vegas—Today Rep. Dina Titus will host her annual Immigration Fraud Prevention Fair in an effort to raise awareness of the legitimate agencies and organizations available to those in need of immigration assistance. “Bad actors, including some notarios and unqualified counselors, are deceiving a growing number of vulnerable immigrants around the country,” Rep. Titus said. “They produce phony documents, offer improper legal advice, and demand payment without delivering any service. We cannot let these imposters take advantage of our friends and neighbors.” Practicing “notario fraud,” wrongdoers can jeopardize the eligibility status of prospective permanent residents. In many Latin American countries, a “notario público” is a state-appointed lawyer with proper credentials to practice law. In the U.S., however, a notary public can only witness and certify legal documents. The distinction between the terms gives scammers the façade of credibility and the opportunity to target the immigrant community. More than 15 organizations and agencies will be on hand at the 4th annual Immigration Fraud Prevention Fair. Event Details Date: August 17, 2016 Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM Location: East Las Vegas Community Center 250 North Eastern Avenue Las Vegas, NV, 89101 Participants: Mexican Consulate El Salvador Consulate Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada, Astrid Silva Catholic Charities, Jasmine Coca Legal Aid Center, Debbie Jacoby UNLV Immigration Clinic Internal Revenue Service Nevada Ombudsman of Consumer Affairs, Miriam Lira Hickerson Immigrant Justice Initiative, Arlene Rivera Dream Big Vegas, Jose Macias City of Las Vegas, Amy Solich Hermandad Mexicana, Luz Marina Mosquera Mi Familia Vota, Martiza Rodriguez And More… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |