What to do if ICE approaches you: Know Your Rights
Whether you’re a U.S. citizen, a green card holder, a student on a visa, or undocumented, you have legal rights.
If ICE agents come to your home:
You do not need to open the door unless they have a warrant signed by a judge. You can ask them to pass the warrant under the door or through a window to check before opening the door for them.
If ICE agents come to your work or approach you in a public place:
Do NOT run. Stay calm and ask, ‘Am I being arrested or detained?’ If not, walk away calmly.
In any situation:
You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer their questions.
You have the right to call your attorney.
Do not sign anything before consulting your attorney.
Have an emergency plan:
Keep all of your documents in a safe place. Make sure you and your family always have your lawyer’s number on hand.
Download the Notifica app at Notifica.us and set it up to quickly alert your emergency contacts if you’re detained.
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