Know Your Rights

Everyone living in the U.S. has basic rights under the U.S. Constitution, no matter their immigration status.

If ICE officers do not have a warrant signed by a judge, you can refuse to let them into your home.

If you are undocumented and ICE asks for your ID, it is better to show false documents than to remain silent.

Remaining silent means that you cannot be arrested by ICE.

At school, ICE officers cannot see students without a legal and official warrant.

It is important to memorize the phone numbers of family, friends, or an attorney in case of an emergency.

What should you do if ICE comes to your home and asks to enter?

Which of the following is something you should NOT do if ICE stops you in public? Say, “I would like to remain silent.” Walk away calmly if you are not under arrest. Refuse to give fingerprints unless you are under arrest.

What is the role of school staff if ICE officers come to the school?

What should you do if ICE asks to see your fingerprints but you are not under arrest?