The INS differentiates between two types of errors when completing
the I-9 Form. Errors can be technical or substantive. The difference
is how the error is treated. If the error is technical, then
the INS will grant a 10 day period in order for corrections
to be made. However, if the error is substantive, there
is no grace period
Examples of technical errors
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The employer fails to date the I-9 form
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The employee doesn’t enter in his/her
maiden name, date of birth, or address
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For rehires, the employer fails to enter
in the date of rehire HR staff fails to enter in his/her
title
Examples of substantive errors
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The employee doesn’t sign in section
1.
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HR staff fails to review a list A document
or a combination of List B and List C documents.
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The employer fails to date section 2 in
a timely manner: within 3 days of the date of hire or (for
employment of 3 days or less) on the date of hire.
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The employee fails to check one of the three
boxes indicating whether he is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent
resident, or alien with temporary work authorization.
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