CHICAGO – As communities brace for the threat of federal immigration raids, state Rep. Lisa J. Davis, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to know their rights under Illinois state law intended to check unlawful harassment and racial profiling.
“Everyone in our community has a right to live, work and exist without fear of harassment and racial discrimination from the people who are supposed to protect us,” said Davis. “We remain vigilant and on guard to protect our community members from these immoral and inhumane executive orders targeting the most vulnerable among us.”
Davis is reminding residents of their rights under Illinois state law, including the Illinois Trust Act and the VOICES Act, which protects all residents from warrantless arrest in a variety of safe spaces, including churches, schools, hospitals, and group homes.
Additionally, immigrant-rights experts are reminding residents to:
- Refuse to open the door to their home unless presented with a warrant signed by a judge.
- Exercise the right to remain silent and not answer questions.
- Do not sign anything without speaking to an attorney.
- If detained, get a lawyer trained in immigration law. Call the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights helpline at 1-855-435-7693 to connect with experts in immigration law.
For additional resources and tips, visit icirr.org or immigrantjustice.org.
Rep. Lisa Davis 
32nd District
Springfield Office:
Springfield, IL 62706
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