Emergency Immigration Helplines
If you or someone you know is facing an immigration emergency, these organizations can help. Many offer 24/7 support and services in multiple languages.
National Hotlines
United We Dream
24/7 hotline for immigration emergencies and rapid response
RAICES
Legal services for immigrant families, refugees, and survivors
National Immigration Law Center
ACLU Immigrants' Rights
Civil liberties defense and know your rights resources
National Immigrant Justice Center
Legal services, policy advocacy, and immigrant detention support
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Regional Rapid Response Networks
California
California Immigrant Policy Center
916-448-6762Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)
213-353-1333Texas
RAICES Texas
1-800-898-0019Texas Civil Rights Project
512-474-5073New York
Make the Road New York
718-418-7690New York Immigration Coalition
212-627-2227Illinois
Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
312-332-7360National Immigrant Justice Center
312-660-1370Florida
Americans for Immigrant Justice
305-573-1106Florida Immigrant Coalition
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Know Your Rights - Quick Reference
You have the right to remain silent
You do not have to answer questions about where you were born, your immigration status, or how you entered the U.S.
You have the right to refuse a search
Without a warrant signed by a judge, you can refuse to let officers search your home, car, or belongings.
You have the right to an attorney
If you are detained, you have the right to contact a lawyer. You do not have to sign anything without speaking to an attorney first.
You have the right to a hearing
If you are arrested, you have the right to a hearing before an immigration judge to present your case.
Additional Resources
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This website provides educational information only and does not constitute legal advice. The hotlines and organizations listed are independent entities not affiliated with ICE Audit. Always consult with a licensed immigration attorney for legal advice specific to your situation. If you are in immediate physical danger, call 911.