You successfully cross and now need to find transportation to the US border. While looking for a smuggler who can get you on a bus that will transport you the 3884 kilometers through Mexico, a policeman tasked with cracking down on Central American migrants asks to see your government-issued ID. Do you bribe him or try to reason with him?
He may let you go without any problems.
You will lose more of your money, so when you reach America, it will be even more difficult to afford basic necessities.
Additionally, you may be arrested.
You keep your money if you live, allowing
you to save money for your future life in America.
You could go to jail, reducing all your effort to nothing.