{"id":23,"date":"2026-03-23T19:46:25","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T00:46:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faithfulwitness.local\/initiatives\/know-your-rights-trainings\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T00:11:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T05:11:59","slug":"know-your-rights","status":"publish","type":"fw_initiative","link":"https:\/\/faithfulwitness.us\/es\/initiatives\/know-your-rights\/","title":{"rendered":"Conoce tus derechos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\u201cEvery person in the United States \u2014 regardless of immigration status \u2014 has constitutional rights.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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About this initiative<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You have rights, dignity, and you are not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Download resources \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Know Your Rights is a civic engagement initiative equipping immigrant communities and their advocates with clear, practical knowledge of constitutional protections. Every person in the United States \u2014 regardless of immigration status \u2014 has rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Churches, community centers, and legal advocates play a critical role in making this knowledge accessible. By hosting Know Your Rights trainings and distributing materials in English and Spanish, your congregation becomes a place of safety and empowerment for immigrant neighbors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Three rights you need to know<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These apply to every person in the U.S. \u2014 at home, at work, on the street, and at school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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01<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You have the right to remain silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not have to answer questions from police or immigration officers. You can say: \u201cI am exercising my right to remain silent.\u201d Stay calm. Do not run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5th Amendment<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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02<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not have to sign anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Never sign any document without speaking to an attorney first. Some documents can waive your rights or lead to immediate deportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due Process<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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03<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You have the right to an attorney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are detained, ask for a lawyer immediately. You can contact a legal aid organization. Free and low-cost immigration legal services are available in most cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6th Amendment<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Take the next step<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lead a Training<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Host a Know Your Rights training session for immigrant families in your congregation or neighborhood, in partnership with local legal advocates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find an event near me \u2192<\/a> Download resources<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Common questions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently asked questions.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do these rights apply to undocumented immigrants?<\/summary>\n

Yes. The Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments apply to all persons within the United States \u2014 not just citizens or legal residents. You have the right to remain silent, the right not to be subjected to unreasonable searches, and the right to an attorney.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What should I do if ICE comes to my door?<\/summary>\n

Do not open the door. You are not required to open the door unless officers have a signed judicial warrant. Ask them to slide the warrant under the door. You may speak through the door. Contact a legal advocate immediately.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Can I be forced to show my ID?<\/summary>\n

It depends on the state. In many states, you must provide your name if asked by police during a stop. However, you are not required to carry immigration documents at all times. Consult a local legal advocate about the laws in your state.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What is this initiative \u2014 is it legal advice?<\/summary>\n

This initiative provides general legal information, not legal advice, and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. For your specific situation, contact an immigration attorney or legal aid organization. Many offer free consultations.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

How can my congregation host a Know Your Rights training?<\/summary>\n

Download the Know Your Rights Training Event Guide from our resources page. It includes everything you need to organize a session \u2014 from invitations to facilitation notes \u2014 in partnership with local legal advocates.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n