Springfield, IL – Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is urging residents to “know and exercise their rights,” sharing updated guidance on how to respond safely during immigration enforcement encounters. The reminder comes as community organizations statewide report increased concern among families over possible ICE operations.
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The governor’s office reposted an informational flyer from Illinois Immigration Information and the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR). The materials outline key legal protections available to all residents, regardless of immigration status.
According to the guide, individuals have the right to remain silent, the right to speak with an attorney, and the right to deny entry to immigration officers unless presented with a judicial warrant signed by a judge. Administrative warrants, which are issued internally by immigration agencies, do not authorize agents to enter private homes.
Residents are encouraged to remain calm, avoid confrontation, and verify documentation by asking officers to show warrants through a window or under a door. The resource also provides a Family Support Hotline (1-855-435-7693) for immediate assistance or to report ICE activity.
In a statement, Pritzker emphasized Illinois’ commitment to constitutional rights and public safety: “Every person in this state deserves to know their rights and feel safe in their home and community.”
More resources, including multilingual guides and legal assistance links, are available at IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org.
