In partnership with the michigan immigrants rights centre mirc, we have prepared a series of guides to inform you of your rights before, during, and after immigration raids. Know your rights marijuana use in illinois aclu of illinois. Know your rights immigrants rights american civil liberties union. Consenting to a search can affect your rights in court. If you are arrested by police, you have the right to a governmentappointed lawyer if you cannot afford one. Find additional publications on civil liberties issues on the national aclu website. Please allow at least two weeks for your request to be filled. Get the aclu foundations of californias free mobile justice ca smartphone app. At the aclu of alaska, were listening to health experts, while working to safeguard your civil rights and liberties.
For legal advice, to ask about your rights in specific situations, or if you believe that your rights have been violated and wish to pursue a private action or other possible avenues, please contact a private attorney. Aclu of the district of columbia has know your rights guides to your rights in situations where your civil these easytouse resources were created by the aclu so you can have your rights at your fingertips. Try to find witnesses and write down their names and phone numbers. Know your rights we have written this to help you understand some of your rights if you are questioned by government agents. You must be 21 years old with an identification card to purchase cannabisyou must purchase from a licensed dealeryou can legally purchase and possess. The following information is produced by the aclu of southern california for educational purposes only. For arab, middle eastern, muslim and south asian communities. The aclu works tirelessly in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the constitutions promise of liberty for everyone in. Workshops run about 90 minutes so please plan accordingly. Your rights around law enforcement aclu of minnesota. We work with communities to make sure people are informed about their rights. Request a know your rights presentationnational aclu know your rights material opens in new windows. The politicization of criminal justice policy and a lack of evidencebased assessment result in a oneway ratchet in which law and policy grow ever more punitive.
Here we describe what the law requires and also offer strategies for handling police encounters. Aclu asks high court to expedite release of vulnerable prisoners. About this guide this guide is designed to answer common questions. Although written primarily for students, the handbook is useful to students, educators, parents and guardians, and journalists alike. These easytouse resources were created by the aclu so you can have your rights at your fingertips. This is not intended and is not a substitute for legal advice.
Knowing what your rights are when dealing with law enforcement can help prepare you for such situations and reduce your confusion. Office of professional conduct, public defender commission, and. Pamphlets new yorkon the heels of a new justice department plan to interview thousands of men from middle eastern countries, the american civil liberties union today released a pamphlet that offers guidance in seven languages including arabic, hindi and spanish on what to do when stopped by law enforcement. What to do if immigration agents ice are at your door know your rights wallet cards available on shop. Know your rights lgbtq student rights at school contact us if you have more questions or if you think that your school isnt complying with the law, please contact us. Know your rights back to know your rights main page immigrants rights regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the constitution. Outside of school, you enjoy essentially the same rights to protest and speak out as anyone else. You have the right to refuse to consent to a search of yourself, your car or your home. You never have to consent to a search of yourself or your belongings, including your cell phone or other electronic device, car, or house.
I will continue to exercise my right to remain silent and to refuse to answer your questions. This booklet addresses what rights you have when you are stopped, questioned, arrested, or searched by law enforcement officers. Know your rights for arab, middle eastern, muslim, and south asian communities. Students free speech in public schools students around the country are turning the heartbreaking school shooting in parkland, florida, into an inspiring push for change. Muslim women who wear a hijab in accordance with their religious beliefs have the right to not only practice their religion, but also to be treated. Do tell the police your name and basic identifying information. The aclu foundation of northern california has created many know your rights guides on a range of issues. When you know what the law says, you can better protect yourself, your family, and your community. Know your rights and what immigrant families should do now english, spanish, chinese united we dream. Know your rights when encountering law enforcement aclu of.
None of this advice is meant to stop you from cooperating with proper law enforcement. Additional information for noncitizens conoza sus derechos. If you wish to exercise that right, say so out loud. On the other side, the card informs the police, fbi or ice agent that you are asserting your fifth amendment right to remain silent and your fourth amendment right against an illegal search and seizure. If you are arrested in your home, the officers can search the area close by, which. Plans for coordinated student walkouts have been making national news and have already spurred disciplinary threats from some school administrators. Aclu commends governor gretchen whitmer for announcing plans to. If you have hired counsel, you may seek a different attorney. Know your rights is a publication of the american civil liberties union aclu of arizona.
On the other side, the card informs the police, fbi or ice agent that you are asserting your fifth amendment right to remain silent and your fourth amendment right against an illegal. The judge decides whether to release you, and you will have a date set for your next hearing. What to do if youre stopped by immigration officers. Recreational use of cannabis is now legal in illinois. Encounters with police can be stressful and confusing. If you are under arrest, you have a right to know why. The aclu s long battle for racial justice perhaps less well known is that, since its founding in 1920, the aclu has been engaged in the fight for civil rights and racial equality. If youre not a citizen, ask your lawyer about the effect of a conviction on your immigration status. The aclu of northern californias response to the covid19 crisis. Being stopped by police is a stressful experience that can go bad quickly. What to do if questioned about your immigration status. Encounters with police can be highly tense and become dangerous. The aclu of wisconsins resource guide for students and their families, its bigger than bullying. Student political speech, protest, and walkouts this guide gives general information about student speech and protest in public k12 schools in washington.
Stopped or detained for photographing or videotaping 25 pack. The adage knowledge is power is certainly true when it comes to protecting your rights. A culture of punishment, combined with race and classbased animus, has led the united states to rely on incarceration more heavily than any other country in the world does. The burden of deescalation does not fall on private citizens it falls on police officers. Stopped or detained for photographing or videotaping 30 pack. Any response to this pandemic should be grounded in science and public health, not politics or. You may file a complaint with the following agencies, but know that this is unlikely to get you any fast relief concerning your relationship with counsel. Arranging an aclu of oregons know your rights workshop for your class or community group is easy. It has helped guide me into my groove of knowing all rights we as indivuals have. If officers are at your door, keep the door closed and ask if they are immigration agents, or from ice.
Every municipality has regulations and its your responsibility to understand them. This means youre likely to be most protected if you organize, protest, and advocate for your views off campus and outside of school hours. Wearing a hijab muslim women are a fastgrowing segment of the united states population that reflects the breadth of this countrys racial, ethnic, and multicultural heritage. Learn more here about what your rights are, how to exercise them, and what to do. The aclu of virginia and aclu created these resources to empower community members to know their rights in various situations. Know your rights when encountering law enforcement encounters with police can be stressful and confusing. You must observe reasonable regulations on time, place, and manner when you exercise your rights to demonstrate and protest. Point out that you are not disrupting anyone elses activity and that the first amendment protects your actions. Posted by unknown on feb 21st 2019 i absolutely love my aclu know your rights booklet.
If you feel your rights have been violated, contact the aclu. Aclu mn sued the minnesota secretary of state to ensure that people who need help accessing the ballot, including people with disabilities and people who encounter language barriers, can get the assistance they need to cast their vote. Dont argue, resist, or obstruct the police, even if you believe they are violating your rights. If you need help finding a lawyer or want more information on your options, contact the aclu of washington. A guide to the united states constitution know your rights. Learn more here about what your rights are, how to exercise them, and what to do when your rights are violated. Aclu of arkansas see resources section for contact information. A handbook for public school students in pennsylvania discusses student rights, when they can be exercised, and when school officials can limit them, and offers practical tips for students. I highly recommend it to anyone and will order another few for my loved ones soon. Know your rights know your rights aclu of nebraska skip to main content. You have the right to speak your mind on social media. For example, you do not have to answer any questions about where you are going, where you are traveling from, what you are doing, or where you live. The aclu of northern california is one of the largest aclu affiliates in the nation with. The spread of covid19 is a crisis, and we understand it will take many of us working together to respond to this pandemic appropriately, effectively, and fairly.
Knowing what your rights are when dealing with law enforcement can help prepare you for such. Conoza sus derechos redadas en casa espanol know your rights. Student political speech, protest, and walkouts this guide gives general information about student speech and protest in public k12 schools. However, you cannot assume officers will behave in a way that protects your safety or that they will respect. Tips and legal resources for activists, demonstrators, and direct action takers. Read additional aclu know your rights materials regarding immigrants rights. In 1931, it took up the case of the scottsboro boys nine africanamerican teenagers wrongly accused of raping two white women. If you are not under arrest, you have the right to calmly. These cards provide tips for interacting with police and understanding your rights on the aclu logoside of the card.
Know your rights everyone has basic rights under the u. If injured, take photos of the injuries, but get medical attention first. Your gift will fund our critical work to protect voting rights, demand that vulnerable people in prisons, jails and immigration detention centers be released, and. Know your rights as an immigrant english and spanish. Note that refusing consent may not stop the officer from carrying out the search against your will, but making a timely objection before or during the search can help preserve your rights in any later legal proceeding. If you wish to exercise your right to remain silent, say so out loud. Learn how to handle encounters with law enforcement and the recent changes enacted due to the lawsuit against the madison county sheriffs department. If you are arrested or taken to a police station, do. If you feel your rights have been violated, file a written complaint with police departments internal affairs division or civilian complaint board, or call the aclu hotline, 18776profile.
Know your rights when encountering law enforcement aclu. What to do if youre stopped by police, immigration agents. As we face the covid19 crisis together in south carolina and across the united states, it is essential that all government officials follow public health experts recommendations to help ensure a response plan that protects the health, safety, and civil liberties of all. The information below explains your rights when you are in contact with immigration enforcement officers in new york state. Know your rights when encountering law enforcement this booklet addresses what rights you have when you are stopped, questioned, arrested, or searched by law enforcement officers. What to do if youre stopped by police, immigration agents or the fbi your right to photograph and make video and audio recordings. We are actively monitoring how the response to covid19 may impact your civil liberties, we know. Aclumn sues to ensure voting rights for people with disabilities and language barriers. If you or your family have been detained, arrested, or questioned about your immigration status because of sb4, please contact the aclu of texas at 1833houimmi 18334684664, 9 a. The aclu of northern california is one of the largest aclu affiliates in the nation with more than 100,000 members. What to do if you are stopped by the police aclu of.
You should be careful in the way you speak when approached by the police, fbi, or ins, and you should talk to a lawyer before you answer questions. This booklet is for citizens and noncitizens with extra information for noncitizens in a separate section. Noncitizens have special legal needs that we also tell you about here. Aclu of northern california newsletter archives go online. This guide is meant to offer some basic advice when interacting with police officers.
This booklet outlines those rights, offering historical context and other information that is both interesting and informative. Without a warrant, no government agent can search your home or office without your consent, and you have the right to refuse to let him or her in. What to do if youre stopped by police, immigration agents, or the fbi english, pdf. This booklet is for citizens and noncitizens with extra information know your rights booklet aclu of kansas.
Just fill out our online form and we will contact you to arrange the details of your workshop. Print your own policefbiice rights red cards aclu of nebraska. The hidden history of slavery in california read more. Jul 20, 2018 these cards provide tips for interacting with police and understanding your rights on the aclu logoside of the card. If you need more information, contact your local aclu affiliate. Acluor request a know your rights workshop american. Print your own policefbiice rights red cards aclu of. Know your rights when stopped by police or immigration agents. What to do if youre stopped by immigration officers new.