Immigration Enforcement Resources
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ICE/CBP/DHS have been active throughout California in agricultural areas, including fields and packing houses, in some cases attempting to come onto private property without a valid judicial warrant, however they were denied entry and turned away. The landscape is ever evolving, with current reports indicating that agencies are targeting specific individuals. However, we have seen that non-targeted individuals can still be impacted. Employers should:
- Have a plan. Train your field supervisors. Communicate with workers.
- Designate who will respond if an agency comes onsite (understand the different types of inspection notices, subpoenas, and administrative vs. judicial warrants).
- Know the best contacts for your legal counsel to call them immediately.
- Avoid offering any legal advice or specific support to employees.
TRAIN FIELD SUPERVISORS:
- Stop all unknown vehicles or people attempting to enter private property.
- Ask for identification.
- Call the designated contact IMMEDIATELY.
- Do not sign any documents or forms.
- Be polite and professional. Keep workers calm.
REMIND WORKERS:
- They have the right to remain silent and not answer questions.
- Inform their supervisor if they see unfamiliar vehicles or people coming onsite.
- DO NOT RUN! Agents may use that as a reason to come onto private property in ‘hot pursuit’.
- Agents may wait on highways or other public roads – be aware when exiting the property.
- Be wary of scams, seek resources and legal advice from trusted community partners.
CFLCA Exclusive Member Resources
Navigating Immigration Enforcement in Ag webinar in English & Spanish
Field Access template for supervisors in the field in English & Spanish
Internal I-9 Audit Checklist in English & Spanish
- Field Access & Agency Visits: Employer Rights & Obligations - June 18 with Erica Rosasco, Rosasco Law Group
- Soluciones prácticas para el escenario migratorio actual - 25 de junio con Gerardo Hernandez, Littler
The following resources are for informational purposes only, and may be shared with friends or family who could benefit from the information.
- Know Your Rights Guide includes:
- What to know and do when encountering immigration agents, the police, or FBI in different places (quick guide on pages 11-12)
- Printable Cards "I am exercising my right to remain silent"
- Emergency Planning Checklist
- Emergency Contact Information Sheet
- Mexican Consulate Information and Assistance Center (CIAM) information graphic
- What to Do When Interacting with ICE by ACLU
- Know Your Rights audio in Mixteco by the California Farmworker Foundation
- National Immigration Law Center handout here