Your Constitutional Rights
Everyone in the United States has constitutional rights, regardless of immigration status. Understanding these rights can help protect you and your family during an ICE encounter.
Encounter Guides
At Home
- Home Raids & Warrants - What to do if ICE comes to your door
- Warrant Identification - How to identify valid judicial warrants vs. ICE administrative warrants
At Work
- Workplace Enforcement - Your rights during a workplace raid
- Workplace Raid Response - Step-by-step guide for workers
- I-9 Audits - Understanding employer document audits
- Employer Obligations - What employers must and cannot do
On the Road
- Checkpoints - Rights at immigration checkpoints
- Checkpoint Locations - Known checkpoint locations
- Traffic Stops - Your rights during traffic stops
- 100-Mile Border Zone - Understanding the border zone
At Airports & Borders
- Airport Procedures - Rights at airports
- CBP Authority - Understanding CBP powers and limits
- Device Searches - Phone and laptop searches at borders
- Border Rights by Status - Rights based on immigration status
Schools & Healthcare
- Schools & ICE - Protections in educational settings
- State School Protections - State-specific school policies
- Healthcare & ICE - Rights in medical settings
- Sensitive Locations - ICE policies on sensitive locations
Family Preparedness
- Parent Emergency Planning - Prepare your family
- Family of Detainee - What to do if a family member is detained
- Expedited Removal - Understanding fast-track deportation
Key Rights to Remember
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You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer questions about where you were born, your immigration status, or how you entered the United States.
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You do not have to open your door. ICE cannot enter your home without a valid judicial warrant signed by a judge.
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You have the right to an attorney. If detained, you can request to speak with a lawyer.
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You do not have to sign anything. Do not sign any documents without first consulting with an attorney.
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You can record the encounter. In most states, you have the right to record interactions with law enforcement.
Emergency Contacts
National Immigration Hotline: 1-844-363-1423 (United We Dream)
If you or someone you know has been detained, call immediately.