With immigration enforcement activity continuing across the U.S., it's critical that every family knows their constitutional rights. Here is what experts recommend.
With immigration enforcement activity continuing across the United States, legal experts and community organizations emphasize the importance of knowing your constitutional rights — regardless of your immigration status.
Your rights if ICE agents come to your door:
• You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status.
• You do not have to open the door unless agents have a warrant signed by a judge (not a deportation order).
• You have the right to speak with an attorney before answering questions or signing any documents.
• You have the right to make a phone call.
Prepare your family now: Federal law requires ICE agents to give detained parents the right to decide how to keep their children safe. Keep an emergency contact list, designate a trusted adult who can care for your children if you are detained, and make sure your children know who to call.
Important documents to keep organized: Keep copies of all your immigration documents in a safe, accessible place. At Matilde's Income Tax, we can help you organize your immigration paperwork and understand your options.
Your rights if ICE agents come to your door:
• You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status.
• You do not have to open the door unless agents have a warrant signed by a judge (not a deportation order).
• You have the right to speak with an attorney before answering questions or signing any documents.
• You have the right to make a phone call.
Prepare your family now: Federal law requires ICE agents to give detained parents the right to decide how to keep their children safe. Keep an emergency contact list, designate a trusted adult who can care for your children if you are detained, and make sure your children know who to call.
Important documents to keep organized: Keep copies of all your immigration documents in a safe, accessible place. At Matilde's Income Tax, we can help you organize your immigration paperwork and understand your options.
Original Source
National Immigration Law Center
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