AnalysisThe state of California is expecting many undocumented aliens currently residing in California to apply for relief under the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. As described on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s website: “As the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continues to focus its enforcement resources on the removal of individuals who pose a danger to national security or a risk to public safety, including individuals convicted of crimes with particular emphasis on violent criminals, felons, and repeat offenders, DHS will exercise prosecutorial discretion as appropriate to ensure that enforcement resources are not expended on low priority cases, such as individuals who came to the United States as children and meet other key guidelines. Individuals who demonstrate that they meet the guidelines below may request consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals for a period of two years, subject to renewal, and may be eligible for employment authorization.” The Migration Policy Institute has estimated that 1.76 million people can benefit from this new policy. The main relief for these beneficiaries is the two-year deportation reprieve they receive. Assembly Bill 35 prohibits and penalizes violations by certain individuals, including Notaries, for price gouging applicants filing applications under the program. In addition to the penalties provided in Section 22445 of the Business and Professions Code (penalties for violations as an immigration consultant), a Notary who price gouges may have his or her commission denied, suspended or revoked by the Secretary and receive a civil penalty.