Immigration Rights Resources
LA County HSH is committed to connecting participants and staff with accurate, up-to-date information on immigration rights and available legal resources.
Resources on this page are available in multiple languages. Use the tabs below to find tools, report ICE activity, and connect participants to legal support.
Know Your Rights
LA County and community partners provide resources to help participants and staff understand immigration rights. The tools below support family preparedness and access to legal guidance.
Note: Resources are available in multiple languages. Share these materials with participants in their preferred language whenever possible.
LA County Office of Immigrant Affairs
The LA County Office of Immigrant Affairs provides a comprehensive set of Know Your Rights resources for immigrants in Los Angeles County.
- Know Your Rights workshop calendar
- Red cards to print in multiple languages
- Family preparedness plans with caregiver affidavit
- Detention support and guidance if someone is detained
- List of legal services organizations
- Guidance for homeless service providers
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)
CHIRLA provides a full library of immigration rights resources including legal guidance, family preparedness tools, and Know Your Rights materials.
Know Your Rights Workshops
LA County Office of Immigrant Affairs hosts Know Your Rights workshops covering immigration policy updates, family preparedness, fraud prevention, and local resources. Sessions are available in English and Spanish.
Legal Resources and Guidance
The following organizations provide legal information and support for immigrants, including guidance on what to do if detained, arrested, or affected by immigration enforcement at home or at work.
Note: These organizations operate independently of LA County. Contact each organization directly to confirm current services and availability.
National Employment Law Project (NELP)
Provides guidance on immigration enforcement in the workplace and workers’ rights.
National Immigration Law Center (NILC)
Provides legal guidance for individuals who are arrested or detained by immigration authorities.
LA Rapid Response Network Hotline
People can use this hotline to report immigration enforcement activity and request referrals for local, regional, or national legal immigration support and other services.
- Call: (888) 624-4752
LA County Office of Immigrant Affairs
Provides a comprehensive list of legal services organizations and guidance for immigrants navigating the legal system.
Report ICE Activity
Staff can use the Immigration Reporting Form to document and report ICE activity at or near HSH program sites. Accurate and timely reporting helps the department respond and support affected participants.
Important: Second-hand reports of ICE activity may be inaccurate or incomplete. Before submitting a report, attempt to verify the information as much as possible.
Immigration Reporting Form
Use this form to report ICE activities at or near program sites. Complete all fields with as much detail as possible.
LA Rapid Response Network
The LA Rapid Response Network Hotline allows people to report immigration enforcement operations and request referrals for legal and support services.
Call: (888) 624-4752
How to Complete the Reporting Form
- Use the form to report ICE activities at or near program sites
- Complete all fields with as much information as possible
- Verify information before reporting — second-hand reports may be inaccurate or incomplete
ICE Online Detainee Locator System
The ICE Online Detainee Locator System is the official U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement tool for locating individuals currently in ICE custody or who have been in U.S. Customs and Border Protection custody for more than 48 hours.
Note: ICE recommends using the A-Number search when available. The A-Number may have more than eight digits — enter all digits. You will also be required to select the detainee’s country of birth.
Search by A-Number
ICE recommends using the A-Number to locate a detainee. Enter all digits of the A-Number and select the individual’s country of birth to complete the search.
Search by Biographical Information
If no A-Number is available, search using the individual’s first name, last name, date of birth, and country of birth.
Access the ICE Detainee Locator
Use the official ICE Online Detainee Locator System to search for individuals in federal immigration custody.
Support for Staff and Service Providers
Immigration enforcement creates barriers to housing, health, and social services for participants. The resources below help staff respond to participant concerns, connect people to legal support, and navigate challenging situations with care and accuracy.
Important: ICE activity may affect participant willingness to engage in services. Acknowledge participant concerns, provide accurate information, and connect people to legal resources without making assumptions about immigration status.
Family Preparedness
Help participants create a family preparedness plan, including a caregiver affidavit for children if a parent or guardian is detained.
If a Participant Is Detained
Connect family members and participants to legal resources and the ICE Detainee Locator System as a first step.
Guidance for Homeless Service Providers
The LA County Office of Immigrant Affairs provides specific guidance for homeless service providers navigating immigration-related situations with participants.