Even if someone is living in the U.S. without legal documentation, their information can still surface in public records for several reasons:
Arrests and Criminal Charges: If an individual is arrested, even for minor offenses, those arrest records are typically public. Law enforcement agencies maintain these records, which can be accessed by the public.
Court Proceedings: If someone is involved in any legal proceedings—such as disputes, civil cases, or family court matters—these records become public. This includes cases related to evictions, child custody, or other civil issues.
Health and Public Services: Accessing certain public health services or programs may require providing identifying information, which can be recorded and potentially made public.
Employment Records: If someone is employed, their employer may need to file certain documents with the state or federal government, which can become public records.
Address Changes: When individuals move, they might not officially update their address with the local authorities, but other public records (like utility bills or rental agreements) can still link them to previous addresses.
Community Engagement: Participation in local events, business registrations, or even voter registration (if applicable) can create public records that may include their name and personal details.
Social Media and Online Activity: Any online presence—whether through social media, forums, or other platforms—can lead to data exposure.
Using a Prepaid Phone: While prepaid phones may seem like a safe option, if other security laws are broken (like associating it with your name on ANY item mentioned above), this information can still be traced back to the user through various means.
And many more things.
All of this is made public in the USA for anyone to search and view.