Emergency Resources

Who To Call

Immediate Steps

• 1 Stay calm and keep your hands visible
• 2 Clearly state: 'I am exercising my right to remain silent'
• 3 Ask: 'Am I being detained or am I free to leave?'
• 4 Do not consent to searches: 'I do not consent to a search'
• 5 If arrested: 'I want a lawyer'
• 6 Remember badge numbers, patrol car numbers, and agency

Do NOT Do

• ✗ Do not resist, even if you believe the arrest is unlawful
• ✗ Do not run or make sudden movements
• ✗ Do not argue or raise your voice
• ✗ Do not lie or give false documents
• ✗ Do not consent to any searches

Who To Call

Immediate Steps

• 1 Do NOT open the door - communicate through a closed door
• 2 Ask: 'Do you have a warrant signed by a judge?'
• 3 If they claim to have a warrant, ask them to slide it under the door
• 4 An ICE administrative warrant (Form I-200) does NOT allow them to enter
• 5 Say: 'I do not consent to your entry'
• 6 Record the interaction if safely possible
• 7 Contact an attorney immediately

Do NOT Do

• ✗ Do not open the door without a valid judicial warrant
• ✗ Do not sign anything without speaking to a lawyer
• ✗ Do not lie about your citizenship status
• ✗ Do not provide false documents
• ✗ Do not run or try to escape
• ✗ Do not answer questions about your immigration status

Who To Call

Immediate Steps

• 1 If in immediate danger, call 911
• 2 Contact a crisis line if experiencing emotional distress
• 3 Document any discrimination (dates, witnesses, evidence)
• 4 Reach out to LGBTQ+ community organizations for support
• 5 Consider reporting discrimination to appropriate agencies

Do NOT Do

• ✗ Do not ignore threats to your safety
• ✗ Do not wait too long to file complaints (deadlines apply)
• ✗ Do not assume you have no rights - federal law protects you
• ✗ Do not engage with hostile individuals if you can safely leave

Who To Call

Immediate Steps

• 1 Clearly state: 'I am invoking my right to remain silent'
• 2 Clearly state: 'I want a lawyer'
• 3 Do not answer any questions without a lawyer present
• 4 You have the right to a phone call - use it wisely
• 5 Remember details: time, officers' names, what was said
• 6 If you are a non-citizen, do not discuss immigration status

Do NOT Do

• ✗ Do not answer questions without a lawyer
• ✗ Do not sign anything without understanding it
• ✗ Do not consent to any searches
• ✗ Do not make any statements to police or prosecutors
• ✗ Do not plead guilty without consulting a lawyer
• ✗ Do not discuss your case with other detainees

Who To Call

Immediate Steps

• 1 For tear gas: move to fresh air, do not rub eyes, rinse with water
• 2 For pepper spray: flush eyes with water or saline for 15+ minutes
• 3 For injuries: apply pressure to bleeding, keep person calm
• 4 Look for street medics (often wearing crosses)
• 5 Call 911 for serious injuries

Do NOT Do

• ✗ Do not rub your eyes if exposed to chemical agents
• ✗ Do not use milk or other substances (water is best)
• ✗ Do not move someone with a possible spine injury
• ✗ Do not remove embedded objects
• ✗ Do not leave an injured person alone