• Do not answer any questions. You have the right to remain silent. 
• Do not sign anything without first speaking to your lawyer or the consulate.
• Do not open the door without a judicial warrant from a court, signed by a judge

Sample Judicial Warrant

Sample Administrative Arrest Warrant

• Contact Your Local Rapid Response Network and let them know ICE is present

• Stay calm when interacting with immigration officials. Don’t run, obstruct the agent, or provide false documents.
• You have the right to remain silent. Do not answer any questions.  
• Ask for a judicial warrant signed by a judge. Administrative warrants do not give ice agents permission to enter a home or place of business. 
• Stay silent and ask to speak with an attorney before answering any questions. Present this card to immigration agents.
  • CHIRLA Know Your Rights Card (English | Spanish)
• Notify your employer if you feel safe to do so. Write and record all ICE activity. Report activity to a rapid response network in your area

• You must pull over if stopped by immigration or law enforcement. Keep your hands on the wheel. You may roll the window down low enough to answer questions
• If asked, show a drivers license or another U.S. government issued ID.
  • DO NOT give the officer foreign documents like a passport, consular ID or an expired visa
  • If you are the passenger, you DO NOT have to show officer an ID or give any personal information
• You have the right to remain silent and to not answer questions about your criminal or immigration history
• You have the right to ask questions. Ask the officers who they are and for their identification
• You have the right to leave if you are not under arrest. You can ask “Am I free to go?” “Why am I being stopped?”
• You have the right to refuse a search of your car or your pockets. ICE cannot search your person or vehicle without a judicial warrant. 
  • ICE may be allowed to pat someone down above the clothes for “officer safety” or if they are arresting the person.
• You have the right to speak to a lawyer if you are being detained.

• Never lie. Share your full name so that loved ones can find you. 
• Don’t sign anything without speaking with a lawyer first.
• You have the right to hire a lawyer. Ask for a list of free or low-cost lawyers.
• You have the right to call a lawyer or your family. You have the right to be visited by a lawyer in detention.
• Memorize your A-Number and share a copy with your family. This will help your family and loved ones find you in the immigration detention system.
• You have the right to have your lawyer with you at any hearing before an immigration judge.
• If you need more information, contact your local ACLU affiliate.
• Here is a list of contact information for legal organizations that assist immigrants.
• ICE Detainer FAQ by Immigrant Defense Project

• Designate a responsible person you trust and that your child knows and is comfortable around to come to an agreement for the care of your child.
• A Caregiver Authorization Affidavit allows parents to designate an adult (18+) to make health and education decisions for their child if they are detained. It is valid for up to 12 months, does not require court approval, and must be signed by both the parents and the caregiver.
  • Download here
• Write down instructions if your child has medical conditions or takes any medications. Give a copy to your child’s school and the adult you designate to care for your child. Let your child know where to find this information if you are not around. 
  • Sample Emergency Plan here
• Provide your designated caregiver’s contact information at your child’s school or daycare provider.
• Make sure your children all have passports. Visit www.travel.state.gov for more information on obtaining a U.S. passport. If your child was born in a different country, check with the embassy or consulate for more information on obtaining a passport.

• Legal Consultation is Essential: Seeking advice from a trusted legal expert is crucial for family preparedness planning, as they can determine eligibility for immigration benefits.
• Find Trusted Legal Help: The Immigration Advocates Network provides a directory of nonprofit organizations offering free or low-cost immigration legal services: ilrc.me/findhelp.
• Who Can Give Immigration Advice: Only licensed attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives can provide legal immigration guidance. Be cautious of fraud when seeking legal help.
• Attorney & DOJ Representative Roles: Attorneys can practice immigration law in any state with a valid license, while DOJ-accredited representatives (affiliated with recognized nonprofits) can also provide legal assistance and represent clients in some cases.

Important information that every family should know

• Names, phone numbers, and birthdates of all family members

• Phone numbers for your children's school, doctor, and workplace (if applicable)

• Create a list of allergies, medical conditions, and medications for everyone in your household (if applicable)

• Phone number for the Consulate of your country of origin
• Phone number for an Immigration Attorney

Important documents that should be kept in a safe place

• Birth and marriage certificates (if applicable)

• Passport from your country (for each person)

• Vaccination card (for children)

• Social security card (if applicable)

• Identification card

• Affidavit of the person who will be responsible for your children in your absence

• Be sure your family and emergency contacts have a copy of your A-Number (your registration number found on your immigration documents from ICE), if you have one
• Find somebody in ICE custody: Family members and loved ones can locate you if you’re detained https://locator.ice.gov/odls/homePage.do