Immigration Rights FAQ

You have the right to remain silent, the right to an attorney, and the right to refuse to sign any documents. These rights apply regardless of your immigration status.

No, you do not have to open the door unless ICE has a valid warrant signed by a judge. You can ask to see the warrant through the door or window before opening.

You are not required to show documents to ICE unless they have a warrant. However, if you choose to show documents, only show immigration documents, not other personal documents.

Yes, you generally have the right to record ICE encounters in public spaces. However, be aware that this may escalate the situation.

Remain calm, exercise your right to remain silent, ask for an attorney immediately, and do not sign any documents without legal representation.

Contact local legal aid organizations, bar associations, or use online directories. Many organizations offer free or low-cost consultations.

ICE is a federal immigration enforcement agency, while local police handle local law enforcement. Some local police departments have policies limiting cooperation with ICE.

Yes, ICE can conduct workplace raids. If this happens, you have the right to remain silent and ask for an attorney.

Victims of certain crimes may be eligible for special visas (U-visa, T-visa) that provide protection from deportation. Contact an immigration attorney immediately.

ICE has policies limiting enforcement at sensitive locations like schools, hospitals, and churches, but these are policies, not laws, and can change.