The More You Know: 3 Resources You Should Share with Immigrant Community Members
Immigrant Defense Project
Fighting for fairness and justice for immigrants
For decades, the U.S. has used the racially-biased criminal legal system to fuel the deportation machine. Immigrants who have had contact with the criminal legal system (regardless of whether or not they were convicted) can face negative immigration consequences including detention, deportation, and loss of status. Share these 3 free national resources for immigrant community members or clients to learn more and protect their rights:
ICE Detainer FAQ
What is an ICE detainer or hold? What can you do when one is filed against you or someone you love? IDP’s ICE Detainer Resource equips community members and advocates with critical info about detainers and key resources to explore how to respond to one.
Know Your Rights with ICE - flyers, booklets, posters, and infographics
Everyone has rights regardless of immigration status. IDP’s Know Your Rights site offers information on rights for anyone who encounters ICE in the home, in the car, or in public spaces.? We also have materials about the ways that ICE lies using “ruses” to pretend to be the police.
Will a Criminal Court Case Affect My Immigration Status?
Noncitizens involved in a criminal court case have many things to think about, including how the case can impact their immigration situation. This resource delves into 4 things to consider when it comes to how the case could impact one’s immigration status and what their criminal defense attorneys need to advise them about.
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How Can I Learn What Happened in my Criminal Case in NYC?
This resource provides information on how to find out what happened in a criminal case in New York City and how to gather the necessary documents, like Certificates of Disposition, court files, and plea or sentence minutes, to determine whether it could impact a noncitizen’s immigration status.
How to File a Direct Appeal of a New York State Criminal Conviction
Immigrants have a right to appeal their criminal conviction to a higher court, and there are many benefits to doing so, including the fact that they cannot be deported for the conviction while it is under review. For those with a New York State conviction, this guide offers step-by-step instructions to file a direct or late appeal.
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Update on immigration consequences for New York “narcotic drug” convictions
The Second Circuit Court’s 2023 U.S. v. Minter decision ruled that certain New York convictions for possession or sale of a "narcotic drug" will no longer be deportable or disqualifying drug crimes for immigration purposes. That means individuals with certain NY “narcotic drug” convictions may be able to fight old deportation orders or current removal proceedings. Additionally, people who were barred from getting a green card or citizenship because of a New York “narcotic drug” conviction may now be eligible. This community FAQ explains the decision and how to determine whether someone could benefit from this decision.
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For more community-specific resources to support immigrants impacted by the criminal legal and immigration systems, visit IDP's website.