​You have the right to remain silent.
If you choose to exercise this right, say it out loud.
You can refuse for your person, vehicle, or home to be searched.
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If you are not under arrest, you have the right to leave calmly.
What can you do?
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Know your rights:
Understand your rights when interacting with the police.
You have the right to remain silent if you are questioned by a police officer. You are not required to reveal your immigration status to local police or federal agents, except in certain situations. Here is a link to helpful materials on what to do if you are stopped: ACLU Know Your Rights.
Make a plan for your family:
If a family member is detained or deported, they may not be able to care for their children or decide about their property. In these cases, it is important to have legal documents that give power to a trusted family member or friend.
Check out this guide from the Florence Project on how to make a family plan.
Get good legal advice:
Now is the time to speak with a qualified immigration attorney about the options you and your family may have to obtain legal status. Be wary of "notarios" or businesses that promise to obtain legal status if you pay a high fee, as they are often scams.
Stay informed:
Please check our website frequently to stay up to date with news regarding Proposition 314 and other immigration laws.
What to do if ICE...
Thanks to the ACLU, we have a series of educational videos that show everyday situations where you might encounter immigration agents. Through fictional stories based on real events, you'll learn what to do in these cases: