DAILY UPDATES
DPI - September 2, 2025
Know Your Rights:
· Federal immigration crackdowns are meant to intimidate. Illinois Democrats believe every family deserves safety, dignity, and the knowledge to protect themselves.
· Everyone in Illinois, regardless of immigration status, has constitutional rights.
· Understanding and asserting these rights is critical during law enforcement encounters.
· Share this information with members of your community to help residents stay informed and aware of their rights.
What To Do If Confronted By A Police Officer Or Immigration Agent:
· Individuals have the right to remain silent and don’t have to answer questions about their immigration status.
· Residents may show any valid immigration documentation to an immigration agent who asks to see them.
· If arrested, individuals have the right to say they wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.
DPI - September 2, 2025
What To Do If Police Officers Or Immigration Agents Come To Your Home
· Residents do not have to open their door if the agents show up at their door without a warrant.
· Ask why agents are there. Residents may request to speak through an interpreter if agents don’t speak their language.
· If law enforcement has a warrant signed by a judge they may enter. If they do not have a warrant signed by a judge, residents may refuse to let them enter. Important Reminders
· If arrested, residents have the right to speak with a lawyer before making any decisions or signing any documents.
· It’s recommended residents carry valid information, including immigration papers and work permits, at all times.
· Residents should write down as much information as possible if they feel their rights were violated during an encounter with law enforcement.
DPI - September 2, 2025
In Spanish:
2025 Know Your Rights In Immigration Court by Immigrant Justice Resurrection Project
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