Workplace Safety

Your Rights at Work

Every worker in the United States has constitutional rights, regardless of immigration status. These rights apply during any interaction with immigration agents.

Before a Raid Happens

• •Know your workplace layout and exits
• •Have emergency contacts memorized
• •Keep important documents in a safe place at home, not at work
• •Know who your designated workplace representative is

During a Workplace Raid

If ICE agents arrive at your workplace: • Stay calm - do not run • You have the right to remain silent • Ask if agents have a judicial warrant (not just an administrative warrant) • Do not sign any documents without an attorney

Judicial vs Administrative Warrants

• •A JUDICIAL warrant is signed by a judge and allows agents to enter
• •An ADMINISTRATIVE warrant (Form I-200, I-205) does NOT allow entry without consent
• •You can ask to see the warrant through a window or under the door

For Employers

Employers should: • Require agents to present a judicial warrant before allowing entry to non-public areas • Allow employees to leave if they wish (if not specifically named in a warrant) • Document everything that happens • Contact an attorney immediately

After a Raid

• •Document everything you witnessed
• •Contact an immigration attorney
• •Report the incident to local advocacy organizations
• •Check on coworkers and their families