Stay Informed, Stay Prepared
This hub provides a concise overview of how to interact with immigration officials. It connects you to trusted state, national, and non-profit organizations, offering free or low-cost legal assistance. It also includes county-specific resources and rapid response networks to ensure immediate support during immigration enforcement actions.
You’ll also find guidance on safely reporting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity while maintaining privacy. These tools are designed to empower you and your community with the knowledge and resources needed to navigate complex situations confidently.
NOTE: This information is not intended as legal advice. Please contact an attorney if you are in need of guidance on legal matters.
🔹 URGENT: Need Immediate Help? 📞 Call CHIRLA: (888) 6-CHIRLA or (888) 624-4752 ACLU Southern CA (English or Spanish): (213) 977-9500 📞 Report ICE Activity: Call or Text (415) 715-9990 (PaseLaVoz, free and confidential) |
✅ Right to Remain Silent – You are not required to answer questions about your immigration status or birthplace.
✅ Do Not Open Any Door – Unless presented with a warrant signed by a judge with your name on it.
✅ Do Not Sign Anything – Consult an attorney before signing any documents to protect your rights.
✅ Avoid False Information – Do not falsify documents or misrepresent your citizenship status.
✅ Seek Legal Help – Contact the trusted organizations listed below for assistance.
Access immediate support, legal aid, and educational resources to protect your rights.
State Resources
- California Department of Justice – Office of Immigrant Assistance
Provides guidance on immigration issues, fraud protection, and legal resources.
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(800) 952-5225 - California Department of Social Services (CDSS) – Immigration Services Unit
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(916) 651-8017 | email: ImmigrationServices@dss.ca.gov - UFW (United Farm Workers) Foundation
Bakersfield: (661) 324-2500
Fresno: (559) 496-0700
Oxnard: (805) 246-3867
Salinas: (831) 220-3004
org/immigration
National & Regional Organizations
CHIRLA (Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights)
Visit Website | (888) 624-4752- ACLU Southern California
Visit Website- Legal intake: (213) 977-5253
- Jails project intake: (213) 977-9543
- Media inquiries: (213) 977-5252
- Main phone line: (213) 977-9500
Report ICE Activity or Seek Emergency Support
Los Angeles Raids and Rapid Response Network
- Hotline: 888-624-4752
Immigrant Defenders Law Center Rapid Response Legal Resource Hotline (Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and Imperial counties)
Provides: rapid response legal support for Southern California community members detained by immigration enforcement agents.
- Hotline: (213) 833-8283
- Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. PST
- Website: https://www.immdef.org/blog/immdefrrhotline
These organizations provide legal representation, naturalization assistance, and immigrant rights advocacy.
LawHelpCA
Database of free or low-cost resources for communities across California.
Lawhelpca.org
California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF)
Legal support for immigration matters, including removal defense and naturalization.
crlaf.org
(916) 446-7904
Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)
Education, policy advocacy, and legal resources for immigrants.
ilrc.org
Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project (Los Angeles)
Free legal aid for detained immigrants and unaccompanied minors.
esperanza-la.org
(213) 251-3505
Catholic Charities of California – Immigration Services
Free and affordable immigration legal services.
catholiccharitiesca.org
(916) 706-1539
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These organizations may assist you with acquiring free or low-cost food items.
- AD56 LA Food Bank Partner Locations
- El Monte Cares (a program of the El Monte Business Alliance)
- Call (800) 622-4302
- Additional Support Available
- Legal Aid
- Baby Products
- Medical Services
- Mental Health Resources
- Senior Support