Know your rights if confronted by police or immigration agents
Steps to take in the event of immigration raids: Gather all your important documents Let a trusted family member know where to find them Talk with your family about what to do if you or someone in the family is detained by ICE Give your child’s school a list of trusted adults who can pick up your child if you are detained by ICE Consult with an immigration attorney
What should you do if ICE comes to your door? Don’t open the door without a valid warrant signed by a judge Remain silent! You have the right to not speak Ensure everyone in the home remains calm and don’t attempt to interfere with an ICE officer Don’t sign anything without speaking to an attorney Call your attorney or seek legal help at (617) 988-0606
What happens if ICE comes to your work? Don’t provide false documents and don’t carry them with you Don’t attempt to interfere with an ICE officer Tell them you’d like to speak to your attorney and don’t sign anything without speaking to one Keep important numbers with you If ICE detains you while at work and you have children at home, make sure you inform ICE
📢Know Your Rights!
Communities across the country are dealing with the fear and threat of immigration raids.
To our immigrant neighbors and families, I am so sorry you are facing this cruelty and targeting, and our office is here as a resource.
