KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Know Your Rights: Understanding Red Cards

Everyone in the United States—no matter their immigration status—has certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. Knowing these rights is crucial, especially when interacting with immigration officials like ICE agents.

What Are Red Cards?
Red Cards are small, easy-to-carry cards created by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC). They are designed to help individuals assert their legal rights during encounters with immigration officers. The cards provide clear, simple language that you can show to officials instead of speaking, which helps prevent misunderstandings or unintentional self-incrimination.

Why Are Red Cards Important?
When faced with unexpected situations, like an immigration officer asking questions at your door or during a public stop, it can be stressful and hard to remember what to say or do. Red Cards serve as a quick, confident way to:

How to Use a Red Card:

Learn More and Get Your Red Card:
You can download, print, and learn how to use Red Cards effectively through the ILRC’s resources. Empower yourself and your loved ones with the knowledge needed to navigate interactions with confidence and clarity.

FRONT OF CARD


BACK OF CARD

PRINT YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS CARD

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS VIDEOS

Sample of Agency Response to Scenario
Can be shared with school personnel when planning protocols for responding to requests from immigration enforcement officers)


Family Preparedness - Immigration PSA (Public Services Announcement)


A note about the source: These PSA videos were made available thanks to the Immigrant Legal Resource Center and Legal Services for Children, published by Catholic Charities which is one of the trusted legal services providers funded by the California Department of Social Services.

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