CIC Professional Ethics 5

Question 1

A client insists a consultant omit a prior arrest from a naturalization application. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Explain that all arrests must be disclosed truthfully and refuse to omit it

Answer

The N-400 asks about all arrests, even dismissed ones, and concealment can mean denial or later denaturalization.

Question 2

Which activity is generally permitted for a non-attorney immigration consultant under state consultant laws such as California's?

Accepted Answer

Translating documents and entering client-supplied answers on forms

Answer

Consultant laws typically allow clerical help such as translation and transcribing client answers, not legal advice or representation.

Question 3

A consultant receives a gift of $2,000 from a client after an approval and is asked to "take care of" the client's cousin's case for free with an officer's help. What does this suggest?

Accepted Answer

Possible improper influence or bribery that must be refused

Answer

Any attempt to obtain favorable treatment from government officials through payment or favors is bribery and grounds for discipline.

Question 4

Why should consultants keep client files for a set retention period after a case closes?

Accepted Answer

To document services, support future filings, and comply with state record-keeping laws

Answer

Consultant statutes often require retaining copies of documents and contracts, and files help with later filings or disputes.

Question 5

A consultant's business card reads "Immigration Specialist, Esq." though the consultant is not a lawyer. What is the problem?

Accepted Answer

"Esq." falsely implies the consultant is a licensed attorney

Answer

Using titles that imply attorney status misleads clients and can amount to unauthorized practice of law.

CIC - Certified Immigration Consultant Practice Test

CIC - Certified Immigration Consultant Practice Test

CIC Professional Ethics 5