Resources on ICE Enforcement and Your Rights in Saint Paul
Prepared by Jane McGrath and Audrey Clark
As our community navigates the day-to-day impacts of ICE activities, it's essential that residents understand their rights and know where to find support. Below are a list of support and educational resources along with ways you can get involved in supporting our immigrant neighbors.
Know Your Rights
Several organizations provide comprehensive "Know Your Rights" information to help you understand your legal protections during encounters with ICE:
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison's Office
https://www.ag.state.mn.us/Consumer/Publications/KnowYourRightsWithICE.asp
Know Your Rights with ICE publication available in English, Hmong, Somali, and Spanish.
Council of American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)
https://www.cair.com/know-your-rights/
Know Your Rights with ICE and Law Enforcement guidance, tools, and contacts.
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
https://www.ilcm.org/immigration-resources/know-your-rights/immigrants-refugees/
General Know Your Rights information, including encounters with ICE, detention, and legal assistance.
Unidos-MN
https://unidos-mn.org/know-your-rights
Walks through a number of scenarios; available in English and Spanish.
State of Minnesota, MN Office of Ombudsperson for Families
https://mn.gov/ombudfam/resources/immigration.jsp
Know Your Rights and various resources.
Report Incidents
If you or someone you know experiences unlawful conduct or issues related to ICE or federal enforcement:
ACLU Minnesota
https://www.aclu-mn.org/ice-feds-form/
Rights Violated by ICE or Federal Forces? The ACLU-MN is investigating unlawful conduct towards ICE observers and protestors. Reporting form available in English, Spanish, and Somali.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison's Office
https://www.ag.state.mn.us/Federal-Action/
Federal Action Reporting form for reporting incidents or effects related to or caused by recent federal actions in Minnesota. Available in English, Hmong, Spanish, and Somali.
Community Resources and Support
Immigrant Defense Network (IDN)
https://immigrantdefensenetwork.org/
Based in Minnesota, IDN is a coalition of 90+ nonprofits, grassroots groups, and advocates providing training, materials, and resources.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN)
https://minnesotanonprofits.org/solidarity-with-immigrant-neighbors
Providing resources on immigrant safety and legal rights for organizations and immigrants.
Minnesota NO ICE (MNNOICE)
https://mnnoice.com/
Resource directory to trusted groups and information specific to Minnesota. Also offers information on specific community support opportunities.
Stand with Minnesota
https://www.standwithminnesota.com/
A directory of places to donate.
Business/Private Property Signage
City of Minneapolis: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/programs-initiatives/city-federal-response/private-property-signage/
Alternate printable signs from Immigrant Legal Resource Center: https://www.ilrc.org/community-resources/know-your-rights/solidarity-signs
Hotlines for Assistance
If You Have Been Directly Impacted or Witness ICE Activity
COPAL Navigators' Line
At Risk Individuals Call: 612-255-3112
Monarca Rapid Response Line
Observers Call or Text: 612-441-2881
Minnesota NO ICE: https://mnnoice.com/
Monarca: https://monarcamn.org/
CAIR MN Legal Help
Call: 612-206-3360
Council on American-Islamic Relations: https://cairmn.org/
State of Minnesota, MN Office of Ombudsperson for Families Refugee and Immigrant Helpline
Call: 1-800-814-4806
Ways to Take Action and Support Local Organizations
Volunteer with local immigrant rights organizations
Stay informed and educate others share "Know Your Rights" resources and hotline information with your neighbors
Contact elected officials to voice concerns— local voices matter
Support local organizations working to protect immigrant communities through donations and volunteer work