Red Card for Immigrants: Your Tool to Protect Yourself from ICE Raids
The news about raids and operations of ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) continue to generate fear in the immigrant community. In the midst of this uncertainty, the initiative arose to create the so-called Red Card o Red CardThe "Immigration and Naturalization Act," a simple but powerful resource that informs immigration authorities of the immigrant's rights and their refusal to allow a warrantless search.
Several organizations and media, such as the ILRC o SELAhave promoted its use to reduce abuses in detention and protect the most vulnerable people.
What is the Red Card and what is it for?
The Red Card is a small card - generally the size of a business card - which includes a legal text in English and Spanish, reminding the authorities and the bearer of their constitutional rights.
Its main use is show it to an ICE agent or the police. to indicate that:
Entry to the home is not authorized without a warrant signed by a judge.
The person invokes his or her right to remain silent and do not sign anything without first consulting a lawyer.
Does not consent to a search of his belongings or person without the corresponding order.
When handing over or sliding the Red Card Under the door, the immigrant records his or her legal position, without having to answer questions that could be self-incriminating.
Translation:
I do not wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign or deliver any documents to you based on my Fifth Amendment rights under the U.S. Constitution.
I do not give you permission to enter my home based on my Fourth Amendment rights under the U.S. Constitution unless I have a warrant signed by a judge or magistrate with my name sliding under the door.
I do not give you permission to search any of my belongings based on my Fourth Amendment rights.
I choose to exercise my constitutional rights.
These cards are available to citizens and non-citizens alike.
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Why is it important for the Latino community?
The Latino community in the United States faces significant immigration challenges. Many are unaware of their rights or are afraid to exercise them, especially if they are not fluent in English. The Red Card provides:
A clear reminder of your fundamental rights.
Protection against possible legal violationsby requiring a correct process and official documentation.
A simple tool to disseminateThe product can be printed and shared with family and neighbors.
When and how is the Red Card used?
Where can I get it?
Several non-profit organizations, churches and community groups offer free versions in Spanish and English. Websites such as ILRC o SELA also allow you to download and print the card. Be sure to check that the text is up to date and adapted to the laws of your state.
Limitations and liabilities
It does not guarantee impunity: Carry a Red Card does not prevent ICE The court can help you to demand due process, but it can also help you to demand due process.
It is not a substitute for legal advice: If you are in deportation proceedings or have any doubts, seek out a qualified immigration attorney or counselor.
Always remain calm: How you communicate with authorities can influence how events unfold.
Conclusions:
The Red Card has become a symbol of advocacy and resilience for the immigrant community in the U.S. In the face of uncertainty and fear, having a physical reminder of your legal rights can make the difference between a fair proceeding and one plagued by abuse.
Although it does not avoid all the difficulties of a possible operative, the Red Card offers a dignified way out for those who do not wish to give up their privacy and constitutional freedoms without a court order.
If you consider that you may be at risk of a visit from ICE or you simply want to be prepared, download and print your Red Card. Share it with friends, family and neighbors. Remind them that they are not alone and that getting informed is the first step to protecting themselves.
As in all immigration matters, the key is to know your rights and act calmly.
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