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Instructions

  1. Print on bright red cardstock for visibility
  2. Cut along dotted lines (3.5" x 2" - credit card size)
  3. Fold for two-sided version
  4. Fill in emergency contacts before you need them
  5. Carry in your wallet or work uniform
  6. Hand to agents instead of speaking

Workplace Rights Card - ENGLISH

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                                                         │
│      KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: IF ICE STOPS YOU AT WORK         │
│                                                         │
│  I have the right to remain silent. I refuse to        │
│  answer any questions about my birthplace,             │
│  citizenship, or immigration status.                    │
│                                                         │
│  I want to speak to an attorney. I will not sign       │
│  any documents or waivers without my lawyer            │
│  present.                                               │
│                                                         │
│  I do not consent to a search of my person, my         │
│  belongings, or my private workspace.                  │
│                                                         │
│  I will not show any documents unless legally          │
│  required by a judge.                                  │
│                                                         │
│  EMERGENCY CONTACT: ______________________________     │
│                                                         │
│  ATTORNEY: _______________________________________     │
│                                                         │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Workplace Rights Card - SPANISH

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                                                         │
│   CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS: SI ICE LO DETIENE EN EL        │
│                      TRABAJO                            │
│                                                         │
│  Tengo el derecho a guardar silencio. Me niego a       │
│  responder preguntas sobre mi lugar de nacimiento,     │
│  ciudadanía o estatus migratorio.                      │
│                                                         │
│  Deseo hablar con un abogado. No firmaré ningún        │
│  documento ni renuncia sin la presencia de mi          │
│  abogado.                                               │
│                                                         │
│  No doy mi consentimiento para que registren mi        │
│  persona, mis pertenencias o mi área de trabajo        │
│  privada.                                               │
│                                                         │
│  No mostraré ningún documento a menos que lo           │
│  exija legalmente un juez.                             │
│                                                         │
│  CONTACTO DE EMERGENCIA: _________________________     │
│                                                         │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Quick Script Card

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                                                         │
│                WHAT TO SAY AT WORK                      │
│                                                         │
│  STEP 1: Ask clearly:                                  │
│  "Am I free to leave?"                                 │
│                                                         │
│  If YES → Walk away calmly. Do not run.                │
│                                                         │
│  If NO → Say:                                          │
│                                                         │
│  STEP 2: "I exercise my right to remain silent.        │
│          I wish to speak to an attorney.               │
│          I do not consent to a search."                │
│                                                         │
│  STEP 3: REMAIN SILENT. Do not answer questions.       │
│                                                         │
│  STEP 4: DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING.                         │
│                                                         │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                         │
│              QUÉ DECIR EN EL TRABAJO                   │
│                                                         │
│  PASO 1: Pregunte claramente:                          │
│  "¿Soy libre de irme?"                                 │
│                                                         │
│  Si SÍ → Váyase con calma. No corra.                   │
│                                                         │
│  Si NO → Diga:                                         │
│                                                         │
│  PASO 2: "Ejerzo mi derecho a guardar silencio.        │
│          Deseo hablar con un abogado.                  │
│          No doy consentimiento para una búsqueda."     │
│                                                         │
│  PASO 3: GUARDE SILENCIO. No conteste preguntas.       │
│                                                         │
│  PASO 4: NO FIRME NADA.                                │
│                                                         │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

5 Things to Remember at Work

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                                                         │
│              5 THINGS TO REMEMBER AT WORK               │
│                                                         │
│  1. DO NOT RUN - Stay calm, walk away if free          │
│                                                         │
│  2. REMAIN SILENT - Do not answer status questions     │
│                                                         │
│  3. DO NOT SIGN - Any document can hurt your case      │
│                                                         │
│  4. DO NOT SHOW foreign documents or foreign ID        │
│                                                         │
│  5. ASK FOR ATTORNEY - Repeat this request             │
│                                                         │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                                                         │
│           5 COSAS PARA RECORDAR EN EL TRABAJO          │
│                                                         │
│  1. NO CORRA - Manténgase tranquilo                    │
│                                                         │
│  2. GUARDE SILENCIO - No responda sobre su estatus     │
│                                                         │
│  3. NO FIRME - Cualquier documento puede afectarle     │
│                                                         │
│  4. NO MUESTRE documentos o identificación extranjera  │
│                                                         │
│  5. PIDA UN ABOGADO - Repita esta solicitud            │
│                                                         │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Employer Notice Card

For employers to post in employee areas:

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                                                         │
│              EMPLOYEE RIGHTS NOTICE                     │
│                                                         │
│  This is a PRIVATE employee-only area.                 │
│                                                         │
│  Immigration agents CANNOT enter without a             │
│  JUDICIAL WARRANT signed by a JUDGE.                   │
│                                                         │
│  If agents arrive:                                     │
│  • Stay calm - Do not run                              │
│  • You have the right to remain SILENT                 │
│  • Do NOT sign any documents                           │
│  • Ask for an ATTORNEY                                 │
│                                                         │
│  EMERGENCY CONTACTS:                                   │
│  Attorney: _______________________________             │
│  Rapid Response: _________________________             │
│  Family Contact: _________________________             │
│                                                         │
│  Esta es un área PRIVADA solo para empleados.          │
│  Los agentes de inmigración NO PUEDEN entrar sin       │
│  una ORDEN JUDICIAL firmada por un JUEZ.               │
│                                                         │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Fill Out Before You Need It

Write these numbers on your card NOW:

Contact Number
Immigration Attorney _________________
Family Emergency Contact _________________
Union Representative _________________
Rapid Response Hotline _________________
Trusted Coworker _________________

Memorize at least TWO of these numbers.


Printing Tips

  • Paper: Bright RED cardstock for high visibility
  • Size: Print at 100% scale - cards fit standard wallet
  • Laminate: Consider laminating for durability at work
  • Location: Keep in uniform pocket, locker, and wallet
  • Share: Give copies to coworkers

How to Use This Card

If ICE Approaches You at Work

  1. Stay calm - do not run
  2. Hand them the card - let it speak for you
  3. Point to the text if they ask questions
  4. Remain silent after presenting the card
  5. Do not sign anything

Give to Coworkers

  • Share with trusted coworkers
  • Place in employee break room
  • Have at worker meetings
  • Give to union representatives

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