Know Your Rights

Ask if they are immigration officers and the reason for their visit.

Request to see their badge or identification through a window or peephole.

Ask for a judicially signed warrant. If they have one, ask them to slide it under the door or show it through a window.

Do not lie or provide false documents. Do not sign anything without consulting a lawyer.

Do not open your door unless they show a warrant naming specific people or areas to search. State clearly:
“I do not consent to your entry.”

If officers enter forcibly, do not resist. You can assert:
“I do not consent to your entry or search. I wish to remain silent and speak with a lawyer immediately.”

If you are on probation with search conditions, officers may legally enter.

Clearly say: “I do not consent to your presence. Please leave.”

If they attempt a search: “I do not consent to your search.”

Do not reveal information about family members’ locations or personal phone numbers.

Do not hand over passports or consular IDs.

Inform them of urgent medical needs or childcare issues without giving other personal information.

Document or record everything—it may help your case.

Immigration agents cannot legally stop you if you are more than 100 miles from the U.S. border.

Pull over safely, stay in your vehicle, turn on hazard lights, and keep hands visible.

Show your license, registration, and insurance only if available.

Do not provide false documents or foreign IDs.

You and your passengers have the right to remain silent.

Police need a warrant to search your vehicle. Do not consent to any search.

Carry proof of your legal status; failure to do so may result in arrest.

Remain silent; do not lie.

Show valid documents or copies of your pending immigration process.

Request a warrant and verify your name is correct.

Do not sign any forms.

Do not consent to searches; state: “I do not consent to being searched.”

Do not agree to follow ICE to offices or other locations under any circumstances.

Remain silent; do not lie.

Show valid documentation or copies of your pending immigration process.

Request and verify a warrant.

Do not sign forms.

Do not consent to searches; verbally state: “I do not consent to being searched.”

Do not follow ICE to other locations or offices.

ICE often requests I-9 (employment verification) documents during business hours.

Employers typically receive 72 hours’ notice to provide requested records.

ICE is limited by the warrant’s scope and cannot exceed its authority.

Employers, employees, and visitors have the right to remain silent.

Lawful permanent residents must carry their green cards.

Private property outside of business premises requires a warrant for entry.

Document every interaction with ICE thoroughly.

Do not resist. Clearly state your intent to remain silent.

Do not speak, sign, or make decisions without a lawyer present.

You have the right to make a local phone call; be aware that it may be monitored.

Do not sign documents you do not fully understand.

Prepare emergency plans for yourself and your family in advance.