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If ICE detains you, you still have rights:

  • You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status.
  • You do not need to sign any papers without talking to a lawyer.
  • You have the right to find a lawyer, but the government will not give you one for free.
  • You can ask a judge to hear your case unless you are subject to “expedited removal.”
  • Never lie about your citizenship status or provide fake documents.

What is “Expedited Removal”?

It is a fast way to deport a person if the person:

  • Entered the U.S. illegally, and
  • Cannot show they have been in the U.S. for two continuous years prior to their detention.

If you are subject to expedited removal an immigration officer can remove you without a hearing.

Even if you are subject to expedited removal, you can still seek for asylum.

If you fear going back to your home country, tell ICE right away. Ask for a “credible fear interview.”

If the officer agrees you have a real fear, you can see an immigration judge to defend your case.

Carry Papers to Prove You Have Been in the U.S. for Two Years

These papers can include:

  • Lease or rental agreements
  • Utility bills
  • Receipts
  • Tax returns
  • Children’s birth certificates or school records
  • Mail or other documents with your name and dates
  • Geotagged social media posts
  • Photos with clear dates and U.S. locations
  • Any other records from the last two years

Carry Papers to Prove You Have a Legal Status or Legal Entry

  • Proof of legal entry (like Form I-94)
  • Copy of a receipt notice of a pending case especially (I-485 and I-751)
  • Green Card
  • Employment Authorization Card

If you or someone you know needs help, please contact our office.

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