Interviewing Undocumented Immigrants: Methodological Reflections Based on Fieldwork in Mexico and the U. S.

Abstract

"This article discusses data collection methods and basic issues of research strategy in field studies of unapprehended illegal immigrants living in the United States. It suggests ways to increase the reliability and validity of interview responses. Necessary modifications in format and style of interviews are described. An annotated bibliography of recent field studies of undocumented immigrants is provided."