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Know Your Rights During ICE Raids

Protect yourself and loved ones during ICE Raids

Simple steps to stay safe, know your rights, and find help if ICE shows up

ICE visits can be confusing and scary, but you are not alone. Learn about your rights, what to say and not say, and how to get help if you or someone you care about is detained. 

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Overview

Take control and predict when ICE shows up

ICE visits are becoming more common, and false information can spread quickly. Knowing the facts helps keep you safe. 

Everyone in the United States has rights, no matter their immigration status. With the right information, you can stay calm, take control of the moment, and stop the situation from getting worse.

Our team of legal advisors, astrological experts, and community advocates created this guide to help you make informed choices and stay safe

Don’t risk it: get the help you need from this guide and download our app to predict when ICE will appear in your life.

Context

A nation losing their freedom: Everything you need to know about ICE

ICE stands for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It is a federal agency under the Department of Homeland Security that enforces immigration laws inside the United States. ICE focuses on locating, arresting, and detaining people it believes are in the country without legal status.

  • What they do

    ICE agents can make arrests, question people about their immigration status, and carry out deportation orders. They usually operate in homes, public areas, or near workplaces. They sometimes work with local police, but they are not the same as local law enforcement.

  • Why it's hard to spot ICE

    ICE agents do not wear regular uniforms and are typically in normal street clothes. They may wear jackets or vests labeled “POLICE” or “ICE,” and sometimes introduce themselves as police, but equally they may be in plain clothes, hiding their true identity. 

    When you are questioned by law enforcement, you have the right to ask if they are with ICE and to see their official identification before speaking. 

  • Warrants that give ICE power

    There are two main types of warrants ICE uses:
    • Judicial warrants are signed by a judge and give ICE permission to enter your home.
    • ICE warrants are signed by ICE officers. They allow for arrests, but do not allow them to enter your home or search your property.


    If ICE shows a warrant, ask to see it through a window or under the door. Always check that it’s signed by a judge before taking any action.

Singed Warrant

How to tell if a judge or ICE signed a warrant

A real judicial warrant will say “United States District Court” or “State Court” at the top and have a judge’s name and signature.

An ICE warrant will say “Department of Homeland Security” or “Immigration and Customs Enforcement.” These are signed by ICE officers, not judges, and do not give permission to enter your home. You have the right to take time to check the warrant. You can contact a lawyer or legal aid before opening the door or letting anyone inside.

It’s always better to be prepared if ICE is going to strike

Prepare yourself now if you are at risk of ICE raids by making contact with a lawyer who can help you, creating a list of emergency contacts you could call on when necessary, and by downloading VisaCast to check your green and red days and perform astrological remedies to support you.

ICE power & Limitations

The power and limitations of ICE

Here’s a look at what ICE can and cannot do

What ICE Can Do

  • Ask about your immigration status in public spaces
  • Make arrests in public places
  • Detain people they believe are violating immigration laws
  • Carry out deportation orders issued by a court
  • Work with local police in certain cases
  • Approach homes, schools, or workplaces
  • Restrict the use of ICE detection apps, like de-ICER and ICE Block

What ICE Cannot Do

  • Force you to open your door
  • Search your home, car, or belongings without a valid warrant or probable cause
  • Make you answer questions about where you were born or your citizenship
  • Force you to sign papers or give up your rights
  • Arrest someone inside a “sensitive location” like a school, hospital, or church (except in rare emergencies)
  • Stop you from using VisaCast, an astrological app for “entertainment purposes” only

Your rights

Know your rights

You have rights, no matter your status. Knowing them helps you stay calm, speak safely, and protect yourself and your family during any ICE encounter. Your Rights:

Remember: Be prepared for when you encounter ICE by taking action to predict when

Specific Situations

Create an action plan for every ICE situation

VisaCast can help you predict when you’ll encounter ICE, whether that will be on the street, at your workplace, or at home. The best way to avoid ICE is by seeing your prediction, then taking steps to avoid that location on the days your horoscope suggests you’re at risk.

But sometimes, ICE encounters are unavoidable. No matter where you’re going to encounter ICE, you need a plan. Here’s what to do.

  • At-home ICE visits
  • Car or street encounters
  • Workplace ICE visits
  • Your Labor Rights
  • In public spaces

At-home
ICE visits

If ICE comes to your home, the goal is to stay calm, keep control, and prevent them from entering without permission.

Tips

  • Use VisaCast to predict the days you might encounter ICE. This will help you prepare yourself in advance, and feel calmer when ICE do show up.

  • Keep a rights card near your door or phone to show instead of speaking.

  • Record the encounter from inside if you feel safe doing so. Write down or record badge numbers, names, or details if you can safely do so.

  • If ICE leaves documents, keep them and share them with a lawyer. Do not throw them away.

What to do

  • 01

    Stay calm and keep the door closed. Do not open the door, even if they say they’re police.

  • 02

    Ask for an ID. They can hold it up to the window or show it through the peephole.

  • 03

    Ask why they are there. You can speak through the door without opening it.

  • 04

    Ask to see a warrant. Have them slide it under the door or show it through a window.

  • 05

    Check the warrant. A valid warrant must be signed by a judge and list your name and address.

  • 06

    If the warrant is not signed by a judge, you do not have to let them in. Say, “I do not consent to your entry.”

  • 07

    If they force their way in, do not resist. You can say, “I do not consent to this search.”

  • 08

    Call a lawyer as soon as possible. If detained, remember your right to remain silent and to speak with a lawyer.

No matter where an ICE encounter happens, help is available.

Contact a lawyer or local immigrant rights group right away to understand your options and download the VisaCast app today to keep yourself prepared.

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Detainment

If you or someone you love is detained by ICE

Being detained by ICE doesn’t mean you lose your rights. Here’s what to expect, how to reach loved ones, and how to get help while waiting for your case or release.

Health, safety, and dignity in detention

Everyone in ICE custody has the right to be treated with care and respect. Detention centers must provide food, clean water, medical help, and safe living conditions. If you are sick, injured, or need medication, you can ask to see the medical staff or file a written request for care.

If guards or staff refuse treatment or ignore your request, keep track of the date, time, and names of the people you spoke to. You can ask your lawyer, family, or consulate to contact outside groups that monitor detention centers.

Tracking movements and finding loved ones

When someone is detained, the hardest part can be not knowing where they are. ICE often moves people between detention centers without notice, sometimes to other states. It’s stressful, but there are ways to stay connected and get updates.


Keep copies of your loved one’s A-number, case papers, and any details from their last detention center. This helps lawyers and advocates find them faster. It can take time, but staying in touch with legal help and checking regularly really does make a difference.

You can use the ICE Detainee Locator Tool to search for someone in custody.

You’ll need their full name, country of birth, and, if possible, their “A-number” (immigration number). If you can’t find them right away, check again later — transfers can take a few days to show up.

If your loved one still doesn’t appear, contact the ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) field office for that area, or reach out to a legal aid group.

They can help families locate people who’ve been moved.

Remedies and predictions for those in detention

If someone you love is in a detention center right now, then it can be worrying and confusing for everyone. You may not be able to speak with them directly, but the stars can still see their horoscopes.

If they are your spouse, your child, or a parent of yours, then you can track their predictions in the app for real time updates on their situation. If they have been detained, VisaCast will suggest remedies that you can do to make their experience better and an outcome come faster.

They may be difficult to reach at the moment, but do not worry. When you have the knowledge and the clarity on what’s to come and how you can help, this situation is a lot easier to manage.

Resources

Resources to keep you safe

Help is available before, during, and after an ICE visit. These groups and tools can help you prepare, stay calm, and get support when you need it. You’ll find information on non-negotiables, such as VisaCast, rights cards, mutual aid, and trusted nonprofits that can guide you through what comes next.

Ancient people have used the power of the stars to navigate complex political situations and violence for millenia. Our modern time should be no different.

VisaCast looks at your astrological birth chart and makes predictions based on the movement of the stars for future days that you’ll be at risk of ICE

You’ll be able to see danger days and clear days on a calendar view, helping you enjoy your freedom on the days where there is no risk to you, and prepare accordingly when the stars signal danger.

In that way, you can outsmart ICE, avoid the raids, and stay free in the country that you call home. 

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Don’t risk it!

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Rights cards

Rights cards

A rights card is a small paper that tells officers you are using your right to stay silent and speak to a lawyer. You can show it instead of speaking if ICE approaches.

You can get free cards here:

  • Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)

    Has printable “Red Cards” that explain your rights in English and Spanish.

  • National Immigration Law Center (NILC)

    Shares digital materials in many languages to help you understand and use your rights.

  • Immigrant & Refugee Health Alliance (IRHA)

    Offers printable rights cards in several languages, including English, Spanish, and Somali.

Mutual aid networks

Mutual aid networks

Mutual aid networks are local groups built by community members to help each other during hard times. They share money, food, transportation, and other resources when families are affected by ICE actions. Many also connect people with lawyers, translators, or safe housing after a detention or raid.

You can find help through:

  • Protecting Immigrant Families

    Gives families information, tools, and connections to community groups that offer real support.

  • National Bail Fund Network

    Helps people find local bond funds that can pay for release from immigration detention.

  • Mutual Aid Hub

    A nationwide directory of mutual aid groups by city and state

Legal and rights organizations

Legal and rights organizations

These groups share reliable information and real support to help you stay ready and informed. Visit their sites to get free materials or connect with people who can help.

You can reach out to:

  • American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

    Has toolkits and guides on what to do and say if ICE shows up.

  • Immigrant Defense Project (IDP)

    Helps families understand ICE tactics and how to handle home visits safely.

  • Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)

    Has “Red Cards” and flyers that show how to deal with ICE officers in English and Spanish.

  • National Immigration Law Center (NILC)

    Shares trusted info on what to do if ICE comes to your workplace.

  • Informed Immigrant

    Gives step-by-step advice on how to make a safety plan for you and your family.

  • Children Thrive Action Network (CTAN)

    Helps children in immigrant families stay safe, supported, and connected to community care.

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Protect our communities together

Sharing this information helps everyone stay safer and more prepared. Send this page to friends, neighbors, schools, or community groups so more people know what to do if ICE appears.

You can also use these materials to host a short Know Your Rights session at a local center, workplace, or place of worship. Every shared resource strengthens your community and keeps families informed.


This page offers general information, not legal advice. Immigration laws change often, and every case is unique. For personal guidance, contact a qualified immigration attorney.

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