CASA Know Your Rights

This document, published by CASA, outlines the rights of individuals who may have interactions with police or immigration officers.

• Key Rights: The pamphlet emphasizes the rights to remain silent, deny access to one’s home without a warrant, and speak to a lawyer.
• Encounters with Authorities: It provides guidance on how to handle encounters with police or ICE in public, at home, in a car, or at work. This includes advice on showing identification, answering questions, and refusing searches.
• If Arrested: The document advises individuals to ask for a lawyer, remain silent, and avoid signing anything without legal counsel. It also provides phone numbers for legal assistance and outlines the process of contacting a consulate if arrested.
• Safety Planning: The guide offers a safety plan checklist, including gathering essential documents, designating trusted individuals for childcare and finances, and finding an immigration attorney.
• Specific Scenarios: The document provides detailed instructions on how to handle specific scenarios, such as traffic stops, encounters at home, and workplace raids. It also includes a sample “Know Your Rights” card to present to authorities.

Source: CASA (https://wearecasa.org/know-your-rights/)

(Updated January 2025)