Know Your Rights: Prepare for Federal Immigration Interactions

All people in the United States have legal rights, regardless of their immigration status.

Immigration is complicated. Only licensed attorneys and federally accredited representatives are authorized to provide you legal advice and represent you in immigration matters. The content below is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For legal questions, please consult an attorney

Find an immigration attorney: National Immigration Legal Services Directory.

Know Your Rights Resources

These resources may help San Diego County residents exercise their rights.

The County of San Diego is not responsible for information on any third-party websites.

What to do if ICE comes to your workplace

Workers' rights and employer responsibilities if encountering federal Immigration and Customers Enforcement. From County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Immigration Legal Defense Program

For detained immigrants and those in Alternative to Detention status.

Main Number: 619-446-2883
Number for people detained at Otay Mesa Detention Center: 1157# (free to call)
More on Immigration Legal Defense Program from County Office of Public Defender

Legal help for immigrants

Organizations offering free and low-cost help. Resources from County Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs

Community Resources

Immigrant Legal Resource Center

Know Your Rights Red Cards

Printable cards with constitutional rights information in over 40 languages. These can help you assert your rights and defend yourself in immigration enforcement situations.