Stay Informed, Stay Prepared
To help constituents navigate immigration challenges, here is an overview of how to interact with immigration officials. This hub connects you to trusted state, national, and non-profit organizations offering free or low-cost legal assistance. It also includes country-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.
You are not alone. You have rights. And California is here to help.
URGENT: Need Immediate Help?
- CHIRLA: (888) 624-4752
- ACLU Northern CA: English or Spanish: (415) 621-2488
- ACLU Southern CA: (213) 977-9500
- Report ICE Activity: Call or Text (415) 715-9990 (PaseLaVoz, free and confidential)
- Know Your Rights: Stay silent, do not sign anything, and request an attorney.
Know Your Rights at a Glance
- Right to Remain Silent – You are not required to answer questions about your immigration status or birthplace.
- DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR – Unless presented with an arrest warrant naming someone at the residence or a search warrant describing the area to be searched, and the warrant is signed by a judge.
- 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.
Immigration Resources & Legal 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.
- (800) 952-5225
California Department of Social Services (CDSS) – Immigration Services Unit
- (916) 651-8017
- Email: ImmigrationServices@dss.ca.gov
California Contigo – Immigration Resource Hub
Provides an ICE locator tool and guidance on trusted statewide organizations.
National & Regional Organizations
CHIRLA (Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights)
- (888) 624-4752
- (415) 621-2493
- Legal assistance: English or Spanish: (415) 621-2488
(Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. - Noon & 1 - 3 p.m.)
- Legal intake: (213) 977-5253
- Jails project intake: (213) 977-9543
- Media inquiries: (213) 977-5252
- Main phone line: (213) 977-9500
Local Organizations
San Bernardino Community Service Center, Inc.
Provides immigration guidance to families in the Inland Empire.
- (909) 885-1992
Libreria Del Pueblo Inc.
Serves San Bernardino County residents with immigration and legal services.
- (909) 888-1800
Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice
The ICIJ is composed of over 35 organizations that serve the immigrant community in the Inland Empire through advocacy and community organizing.
- Rapid Response Hotline: (909) 361-4588
Free & Low-Cost Legal Assistance
CRLAF – California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation
- (916) 446-7904
ILRC – Immigrant Legal Resource Center
- (415) 255-9499
