The Forensic Audit Trail: Proving ‘Good Faith’ Compliance to ICE

What is a “Good Faith” compliance defense? In the context of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) audit, “Good Faith” is a legal standard where an employer demonstrates they have made every reasonable effort to comply with Form I-9 regulations. Under the Schumer Amendment and related 2026 DHS guidelines, proving Good Faith can lead to […]