Know Your Rights As An Immigrant
Your Rights As An Immigrant
Right To Remain Silent
- You do not have to discuss your immigration status with the police or immigration agents. Anything you say can be used against you.
Do Not Show Documents If Requested
- You do not have to show immigration documents if an agent asks, unless you are under arrest.
Right To Refuse A Search
- You can say “no” if an agent wants to search your belongings. They need consent or probable cause to do so.
Your Rights At Home
Do Not Let Agents In Without a Warrant
- Immigration agents need a search warrant to enter your home.
Right Not to Answer Immigration Questions
- You do not have to disclose your immigration status or that of others in your home.
You Can Ask for Agent Identification
- Ask agents to identify themselves before allowing them to enter.
Your Rights On The Street
Right To Remain Silent
- You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status if approached by the police or immigration agents.
Show Documents If Requested
- You do not have to show immigration documents if agents ask, unless you are under arrest.
Right Not to Be Searched Without Probable Cause
- You can refuse to be searched by agents without consent or probable cause.
Your Rights In Your Car
Right To Remain Silent
- You do not have to discuss your immigration status if stopped.
Right Not to Allow a Search Without Probable Cause
- You can refuse to allow agents to search your car without probable cause or your consent.
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