How ICE pretends to be local police Flyer
Ways that ICE pretends to be local police in person and over the phone.
How to know what type of immigration case you could have while in immigration detention
Handout that explains whether you will have a right to see an immigration judge if you are in immigration detention.
ICE Home Raids Poster
This resource explains your rights with ICE in the home, what to say to an agent at the door, and what to document if ICE comes to your home.
ICE pulled over my car! What are my rights? Flyer
What to do if you are a driver or passenger in a car stopped by ICE.
Immigration Preparedness Toolkit
The ILRC’s Immigration Preparedness Toolkit is a resource-packed informational document designed to help immigrants with no legal status or in mixed status families begin to understand the immigration legal landscape and plan for their own journey through an ever-changing, complex system in the United States. This free toolkit offers in-depth, yet easily accessible information that outlines the basics about a variety of topics including: your rights during ICE confrontations, the different types of immigration options available, ideas for building your consultation roadmap, and tips on covering your bases while waiting for relief. This 13-page resource also incorporates links to other helpful reference documents, fact sheets, and tools readers can use to construct their own personalized plan.
Know Your Rights and What Immigrant Families Should Do Now
It’s important for everyone to know their rights if approached by an immigration (ICE) agent as well as how families can best prepare for something happening. This resource provides practical tips for things immigrant families can do now to prepare as well as information on rights everyone has in the United States, regardless of immigration status.
Know Your Rights at Home and on the Street
This resource explains who is at risk of an ICE arrest and your rights when interacting with ICE officers. What are my rights if I am being arrested by ICE? • You have the right to remain silent. You have the right to speak to a lawyer. •DO NOT LIE. It can only hurt you in the future. • You do NOT have to share any information about where you were born, what your immigration status is, or your criminal record. Ask to speak to a lawyer instead of answering questions. • You do NOT have to give them your consular documents or passport unless they have a warrant from a judge. • You do not have to sign anything.
Know Your Rights: Police Interactions
Encounters with the law can be stressful or scary. People have various experiences with law enforcement, some of which are not always fair or legal. This guide provides you practical information that could help you avoid more trouble or potentially harmful situations. The bolded words below are “magic words” that you can repeat over and over to show you know the law. Memorize them. Know your rights, so you can use them.
Legal Resources for Immigrants
If you are seeking legal assistance for citizenship or immigration status, this pamphlet can serve as a starting point to find the legal services you need.
License Plate Readers Flyer
FAQ about how ICE uses Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), with Know Your Rights information on ICE and cars.
Red Cards - Wallet Know Your Rights Card
You have constitutional rights: • DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR if an immigration agent is knocking on the door. • DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS from an immigration agent if they try to talk to you. You have the right to remain silent. • DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first speaking to a lawyer. You have the right to speak with a lawyer. • If you are outside of your home, ask the agent if you are free to leave and if they say yes, leave calmly. • GIVE THIS CARD TO THE AGENT. If you are inside of your home, show the card through the window or slide it under the door. You can get help printing these at your local library.
10 Things Noncitizen Protestors Need to Know
Everyone, regardless of immigration status, has a constitutionally guaranteed right to free speech and lawful assembly. Noncitizens, however, are uniquely placed at a disadvantage when exercising those rights if law enforcement intervene and make arrests. Read and share our one-pager in English and Spanish to learn about the top 10 things noncitizen protestors should know before they take to the streets to exercise their rights.
How ICE pretends to be local police Flyer
Ways that ICE pretends to be local police in person and over the phone.
How to know what type of immigration case you could have while in immigration detention
Handout that explains whether you will have a right to see an immigration judge if you are in immigration detention.
ICE Home Raids Poster
This resource explains your rights with ICE in the home, what to say to an agent at the door, and what to document if ICE comes to your home.
ICE pulled over my car! What are my rights? Flyer
What to do if you are a driver or passenger in a car stopped by ICE.
Immigration Preparedness Toolkit
The ILRC’s Immigration Preparedness Toolkit is a resource-packed informational document designed to help immigrants with no legal status or in mixed status families begin to understand the immigration legal landscape and plan for their own journey through an ever-changing, complex system in the United States. This free toolkit offers in-depth, yet easily accessible information that outlines the basics about a variety of topics including: your rights during ICE confrontations, the different types of immigration options available, ideas for building your consultation roadmap, and tips on covering your bases while waiting for relief. This 13-page resource also incorporates links to other helpful reference documents, fact sheets, and tools readers can use to construct their own personalized plan.
Know Your Rights and What Immigrant Families Should Do Now
It’s important for everyone to know their rights if approached by an immigration (ICE) agent as well as how families can best prepare for something happening. This resource provides practical tips for things immigrant families can do now to prepare as well as information on rights everyone has in the United States, regardless of immigration status.
Know Your Rights at Home and on the Street
This resource explains who is at risk of an ICE arrest and your rights when interacting with ICE officers. What are my rights if I am being arrested by ICE? • You have the right to remain silent. You have the right to speak to a lawyer. •DO NOT LIE. It can only hurt you in the future. • You do NOT have to share any information about where you were born, what your immigration status is, or your criminal record. Ask to speak to a lawyer instead of answering questions. • You do NOT have to give them your consular documents or passport unless they have a warrant from a judge. • You do not have to sign anything.
Know Your Rights: Police Interactions
Encounters with the law can be stressful or scary. People have various experiences with law enforcement, some of which are not always fair or legal. This guide provides you practical information that could help you avoid more trouble or potentially harmful situations. The bolded words below are “magic words” that you can repeat over and over to show you know the law. Memorize them. Know your rights, so you can use them.
Legal Resources for Immigrants
If you are seeking legal assistance for citizenship or immigration status, this pamphlet can serve as a starting point to find the legal services you need.
License Plate Readers Flyer
FAQ about how ICE uses Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), with Know Your Rights information on ICE and cars.
Red Cards - Wallet Know Your Rights Card
You have constitutional rights: • DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR if an immigration agent is knocking on the door. • DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS from an immigration agent if they try to talk to you. You have the right to remain silent. • DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first speaking to a lawyer. You have the right to speak with a lawyer. • If you are outside of your home, ask the agent if you are free to leave and if they say yes, leave calmly. • GIVE THIS CARD TO THE AGENT. If you are inside of your home, show the card through the window or slide it under the door. You can get help printing these at your local library.
10 Things Noncitizen Protestors Need to Know
Everyone, regardless of immigration status, has a constitutionally guaranteed right to free speech and lawful assembly. Noncitizens, however, are uniquely placed at a disadvantage when exercising those rights if law enforcement intervene and make arrests. Read and share our one-pager in English and Spanish to learn about the top 10 things noncitizen protestors should know before they take to the streets to exercise their rights.