Know Your Rights
Resources for Citizens and Immigrants“The bishops of Texas will continue to work with governmental officials and other people of good will to implement policies that recognize the dignity of every person, prioritize family unity, and address the root causes of forced migration, while respecting the right and responsibility of our country to secure its borders, regulate immigration in an orderly process, maintain the rule of law, and keep its communities safe and peaceful.”– Full statement from the Texas bishops can be found here.
Regardless of your immigration status, you have certain rights. Know your rights when you are encountering any law enforcement official or government official. Below you will find resources to help you and your family understand your rights.
Resources from the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops:
Know Your Rights – A Guide When Interacting with Law Enforcement
Resource from the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.
Quick Guide When Interacting with Law Enforcement
Resource from the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.