Immigration Procedures in Panama: Bar Association Denounces Illegal Practices
The Bar Association warns about unqualified individuals handling immigration procedures and calls for sanctions in Panama.
The National Bar Association (CNA) warned about the increase in the illegal practice of law in immigration proceedings, a practice that according to the association, puts the country’s legal security at risk.
They Warn About Unsuitable People
The CNA denounced that individuals without the proper professional qualifications are supplanting legal functions, especially in matters related to migration. This situation, they indicated, affects both users and the Panamanian legal system.
Bar Associations: Risks for Citizens
The union explained that resorting to unauthorized individuals can lead to:
- Poorly managed migration processes
- Loss of money
- Possible legal penalties for those affected
They Demand Controls and Sanctions
Given this situation, the Bar Association called on the authorities to:
Strengthen controls
Apply sanctions to those responsible
Ensure compliance with the law
