The Form I-9 has Special Rules for Hiring Minors
If you are an employer who hires employees under the age of 18, you may not be aware that the Form I-9 has special provisions for minors.
As a general rule, every employee must present proof of identity and work eligibility as part of the I 9 compliance process. Some minors however, may not be able to present the required documents.
If a minor cannot present a List A document or an identity document from List B, the employer should have the parent or legal guardian complete Section 1. On the signature line, the parent should write “Individual under age 18” and the parent/guardian must complete the Preparer/Translator certification block.
In Section 2, List B, the employer should write “Individual under age 18”. The minor employee must still present a List C document showing his or her work eligibility and the employer must record the List C information in the appropriate place on the Form I-9.
The I 9 compliance process includes provisions for many “special” circumstances. Being well informed and having an expert consultant to give advice regarding special circumstances makes the complex requirements of the I-9 easier to navigate.
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March 15, 2010 6:46 pm
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