What is the sentence that the 141 immigrants who attempted to cross from Mexico to Texas en masse would face? | United States | RPPUSA

141 immigrants were formally accused of public disorder in Texas after an attempted mass entry across the US-Mexico border on April 12. The decision to press charges came after a judge initially dismissed the cases due to lack of probable cause, with the immigrants’ lawyer claiming that authorities were seeking publicity. El Paso County District Attorney Bill Hicks, appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott, decided to present the case to a grand jury despite it being uncommon for misdemeanor cases. If convicted, the immigrants could face up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine. Abbott’s aggressive measures to curb irregular immigration have been met with criticism.