Immigrant Rights and Law Enforcement

• You do not have to talk to an immigration officer (ICE) or answer their question. You can tell them that you want to stay silent.
• You can ask to talk to a lawyer.
• You can ask if you are free to leave. If the officer says yes, calmly and slowly leave.
• You can refuse to sign anything before talking to a lawyer.
• You do not have to open your door for ICE if they do not have a “warrant.” A warrant is a court order, signed by a judge. If ICE knocks on your door:
  • Ask if they have a warrant. A, ask them to slide it under the door.
  • Check if the information is correct. If your name and address are not correct on the warrant, you can ask them to leave.
  • Check if a judge actually signed the warrant[EM1] . Often ICE uses warrants that are signed by an ICE supervisor. If it is not signed by a judge, ICE does not This warrant does not give ICE permission to come into your house.
• If you are arrested, you have the right to call your family, a lawyer, and your consulate.

"Red cards" can help you tell an immigration officer that you are using your rights. It is also called a “Know Your Rights” card. Show the card to the officer or slide it under the door.   You can also go online and print out a red card the information for yourself. You can also just print out the information on paper. It does not have to be on a card, and it does not have to be red.

You can print out your own red card or red card information by going here.

• Stay calm.
• Do not run away.
• You do not need to answer questions.
• Do not show fake documents.
• You do not need to sign anything.
• Carry your red card and use it.
• Ask to speak to a lawyer.
• Ask for an interpreter if you are detained or questioned.

• You should ASSERT YOUR RIGHTS. Carry your Red Card [Know Your Rights] card with you and hand it to the arresting agents. 
   
• You have the right to REMAIN SILENT. In general, Generally, you do not have to answer any questions, especially ones about your immigration status. Refusing to answer questions is not a crime, but you should never lie about your immigration status. Lying about your status can get you in serious trouble. , as that carries serious penalties.
  
   
• You have the right to SPEAKTALK TO A LAWYER. Immigration laws are complex and confusing. You should never expect Immigration agents or even an Immigration Judge cannot always to explain all of your options or give you accurate the right information. You should speak withTalk to a lawyer before saying or doing anything.
  
   
• DO NOT SIGN any documents without talking speaking to a lawyer first. This includes a Waiver, Stipulated Removal Order, or Voluntary Departure Agreement. If you sign, you You may be giving up waiving your right to see a lawyer or judge. You may be  or  agreeing to leave the U.S. It may also mean you will not be allowed to enter the U.S. again or get immigration status. Never sign a document without reading, understanding, and knowing what happens if you sign the consequences of signing it.
  
   
• ASK to call a family member or friend if you have children with you when you are arrested.  orOr if you need to call in to work. Memorize It is important to have essential phone numbers memorized, in case of emergencies.
  
   
• WRITE DOWN the name and telephone number of the deportation officer assigned to your case. Also write down , as well as your Alien Registration Number, or A-number.

Yes.   They can use this website.