KNOW YOUR RIGHTS RESOURCE PAGE

Posted on January 29, 2025February 4, 2025 by Intern Rep Hirschauer

As federal immigration raids have been initiated in Illinois, State Rep. Maura Hirschauer is encouraging residents to understand their rights under Illinois state law. This resource page offers trusted information from Illinois law and community organizations. This page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. It includes important resources to help you understand your rights, along with links to trusted partners and organizations for additional support.

Everyone in the U.S., regardless of immigration status, has constitutional rights and protections. The information here is designed to help you stay informed about your rights, prepare for potential encounters with ICE, and navigate the challenges of mass deportation threats. While fear tactics are being used to create anxiety within our community, this page serves as a resource to help you stay informed and prepared with up-to-date information.

ICIRR Know Your Rights

Illinois Protections

In Illinois, law enforcement is largely prohibited from participating in immigration enforcement. This protects not only undocumented individuals but also U.S. citizens who may be concerned about their immigrant family members.

Key Protections under Illinois Law:

The TRUST Act
Illinois law enforcement agencies cannot engage in immigration enforcement operations. This helps build trust between communities and law enforcement.
The VOICES Act
Officers must follow procedures to protect immigrants who are victims of violent crime or human trafficking and who have assisted law enforcement in investigating or prosecuting certain types of crimes.
The Way Forward Act (2021)
This law strengthens protections by authorizing the Illinois Attorney General to investigate and enforce compliance with the TRUST Act and VOICES Act.

What Illinois Local Law Enforcement Can and Can’t Do:

Cannot stop, arrest, search, or detain individuals solely based on citizenship or immigration status.
Cannot generally assist with federal civil immigration enforcement operations.
Can only make arrests based on a criminal warrant or probable cause that a criminal offense has occurred.

NEWS UPDATE: Expedited Removal Expansion

Updated 1/24/25, Gathered from National Immigration Law Center, visit the original page for additional information.

Create A Safety Plan

Start a family plan and talk to your children about it to ensure everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency.

The Resurrection Project Emergency Family Plan Resource Link

Guardianship documents allow you to legally designate a trusted adult to care for your children if you are unable to do so. These documents can specify who will make decisions about your children’s education, healthcare, and daily needs. To learn more please visit the Illinois Legal Aid: Getting Guardianship of a child website.

What to Do if Immigration Comes to Your Workplace

Information gathered from the National Immigration Law Center website, visit the original page for additional details.

For more information on what to do if Immigration comes to your workplace, review
- A Guide for Employers: What to Do if Immigration Comes to Your Workplace
- NILC’s Guide for Employers: What to Do if Immigration Comes to Your Workplace

Know Your Rights: Health Care and Health Insurance

You have the right to healthcare regardless of your immigration status. Some states require hospitals to ask patients about their immigration status. If you are asked for your immigration status, you do not have to provide it, and a healthcare provider cannot refuse to treat you because you declined to share your immigration status information. For additional information, please visit the National Immigration Law Center website.

Know Your Rights: If You Are Arrested or Detained by Immigration

ICE’s online detainee locator (https://locator.ice.gov/odls/homePage.do) to find an adult who is in immigration custody. Or call the local ICE office (https://www.ice.gov/contact/ero). Make sure to have the alien registration number written down, if you have one.
You can call the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) hotline number at 1-800-898-7180 (toll-free) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to get information on your case’s status.

ICE Requirements for Conducting Warrantless Arrests and Vehicle Stops

The National Immigrant Justice Center discussed the Castanon-Nava Settlement Agreement. According to the Castanon-Nava Settlement Agreement, ICE is required to follow certain guidelines when making arrests without a judicial warrant, especially in the “Chicago area of responsibility,” which includes Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Missouri, Kansas, and Kentucky, until May 2025. These requirements include:

Violations and Remedies: If ICE fails to properly document the arrest, it is considered a violation of policy, which may lead to the individual’s release. Additionally, repeated violations can result in further legal action.

Mandatory Documentation: ICE must complete Form I-213, explaining why the warrantless arrest took place, detailing the location (such as a business, public area, or residence), and whether the arrested individual was an employee of the company or a resident of the household.

Explanation of the Arrest: ICE must clearly explain why they believed the individual would flee if a judicial warrant were issued later. They must also identify themselves as ICE officers and provide a documented explanation for the arrest.

For more detailed information about the settlement and referrals please visit the following link:https://immigrantjustice.org/NavaSettlement

Where can I find free or low-cost legal help?

The Resurrection Project’s Legal Assistance page to find a free immigration legal service provider near you.

Illinois Access to Justice immigration legal services list.

PAGINA DE RECURSOS: CONOCE TUS DERECHOS

Mientras se inician redadas federales de inmigración en Illinois, la representante estatal Maura Hirschauer está alentando a los residentes a comprender sus derechos según la ley estatal de Illinois. Esta página de recursos ofrece información confiable de organizaciones comunitarias y legales de Illinois. Esta página tiene fines educativos e informativos únicamente y no pretende ser asesoramiento legal. Incluye recursos importantes para ayudarle a comprender sus derechos, junto con enlaces a socios y organizaciones confiables para obtener apoyo adicional.

Todos en los EE. UU., independientemente de su estatus migratorio, tienen derechos y protecciones constitucionales. La información aquí está diseñada para ayudarlo a mantenerse informado sobre sus derechos, prepararse para posibles encuentros con ICE y afrontar los desafíos de las amenazas de deportación masiva. Si bien se utilizan tácticas de miedo para crear ansiedad dentro de nuestra comunidad, esta página sirve como recurso para ayudarlo a mantenerse informado y preparado con información actualizada.

Proteccions De Illinois
ACTUALIZACIÓN DE NOTICIAS : Ampliación de la Deportación Acelerada
Crear Un Plan De Seguridad
Que Hacer Si Inmigracion Llega A Su Trabajo
Conozca Sus Derechos: Atencion Medica y Seguro Medico
Requisitos de ICE para Realizar Arrestos y Detenciones de Vehículos sin Orden Judicial
Donde Puedo Encontrar Ayuda Legal Gratuita ó De Bajo Costo?

Conozca Sus Derechos

Protecciones de Illinois

En Illinois, a las autoridades policiales se les prohíbe en gran medida participar en la aplicación de la ley de inmigración. Esto protege no sólo a las personas indocumentadas sino también a los ciudadanos estadounidenses que puedan estar preocupados por sus familiares inmigrantes.

Protecciones clave bajo la ley de Illinois:

La Ley De Confianza
Las agencias policiales de Illinois no pueden participar en operaciones de control de inmigración. Esto ayuda a generar confianza entre las comunidades y las autoridades.
La Ley Voces
Los agentes deben seguir procedimientos para proteger a los inmigrantes que son víctimas de delitos violentos o trata de personas y que han ayudado a las autoridades a investigar o procesar ciertos tipos de delitos.
Ley Del Camino A Seguir (2021)
Esta ley fortalece las protecciones al autorizar al Fiscal General de Illinois a investigar y hacer cumplir la Ley TRUST y la Ley VOICES.

Lo que las autoridades locales de Illinois pueden y no pueden hacer:

No puede detener, arrestar, registrar o detener a personas únicamente por su ciudadanía o estatus migratorio.
No puede generalmente ayudar con las operaciones federales de control de inmigración civil.
Sólo se pueden realizar arrestos con base en una orden penal o causa probable de que se haya cometido un delito penal.

ACTUALIZACIÓN DE NOTICIAS : Ampliación de la Deportación Acelerada

Actualizado en 1/24/25, recopilado del National Immigration Law Center visite la pagina original para el enforme completo

“El 21 de enero, el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional amplió el uso de un proceso llamado “expulsión acelerada”, poniendo a los miembros indocumentados de la comunidad en mayor riesgo de ser sometidos a un proceso de deportación rápida. Estos cambios entrarán en vigor a partir del 21 de enero de 2025. Se trata de una situación en rápida evolución que cambiará en base a las acciones de la administración presidencial.”(National Immigration Law Center, 2025)

Crear un Plan de Seguridad

Inicie un plan familiar y hable con sus hijos al respecto para asegurarse de que todos sepan qué hacer en caso de una emergencia.

Proyecto Resurreccion Plan Familiar de Emergencia Link

Los documentos de tutela le permiten designar legalmente a un adulto de confianza para que cuide a sus hijos si usted no puede hacerlo. Estos documentos pueden especificar quién tomará decisiones sobre la educación, la atención médica y las necesidades diarias de sus hijos. Para obtener más información, visite el sitio web Illinois Legal Aid: Getting Guardianship of a Child .

Que Hacer Si Inmigracion Llega A Su Trabajo

Informacion recopilada del National Immigration Law Center, visite la pagina original para el enforme completo

Para obtener más información sobre qué hacer si Inmigración llega a su lugar de trabajo, revise
- Guia-Para-Empleadores-Que-Hacer-Si-Viene-Inmigracion-a-Su-Lugar-de-Trabajo.pdf
- NILC’s Qué hacer si la inmigración llega a su lugar de trabajo

Conozca Sus Derechos: Atencion Medica y Seguro Medico

Usted tiene derecho a recibir atención médica independientemente de su estatus migratorio. Algunos estados exigen que los hospitales pregunten a los pacientes sobre su situación migratoria. Si le preguntan su estatus migratorio, no tiene que proporcionarlo y un proveedor de atención médica no puede negarse a tratarlo porque usted se negó a compartir su información sobre su estatus migratorio. Para obtener información adicional, visite el sitio web de National Immigration Law Center.

Conozca Sus Derechos: Si es Arrestado o Detenido por Inmigracion

Localizador de detenidos en línea de ICE (https://locator.ice.gov/odls/homePage.do) para encontrar un adulto que esté bajo custodia de inmigración. O llame a la oficina local de ICE (https://www.ice.gov/contact/ero). Asegúrese de tener anotado el número de registro de extranjero, si lo tiene.
Puede llamar a la línea directa de la Oficina Ejecutiva para la Revisión de Inmigración (EOIR) al 1-800-898-7180 (gratuito) las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana para obtener información sobre el estado de su caso.

Requisitos de ICE para Realizar Arrestos y Detenciones de Vehículos sin Orden Judicial

Requisitos de ICE para Realizar Arrestos y Detenciones de Vehículos sin Orden Judicial

Según el acuerdo de conciliación Castanon-Nava, ICE está obligado a cumplir ciertos requisitos al realizar arrestos sin orden judicial, especialmente en la “área de responsabilidad de Chicago”, que incluye Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Missouri, Kansas y Kentucky hasta mayo de 2025. Estos requisitos incluyen:

Documentación Obligatoria: ICE debe completar el formulario I-213, especificando por qué se realizó el arresto sin orden judicial, detallando la ubicación (como un negocio, área pública o residencia) y si la persona arrestada era empleado de la empresa o residente de la vivienda.
Explicación del Arresto: ICE debe explicar claramente la razón por la cual creían que la persona podría huir si se emitiera una orden judicial más tarde. Además, deben identificarse como oficiales de ICE y proporcionar una justificación documentada del arresto.
Violaciones y Remedios: Si ICE no documenta correctamente el arresto, se considera una violación de la política, lo que puede llevar a la liberación de la persona detenida. Además, los violaciones repetidas pueden resultar en más medidas legales.

Para más detalles sobre el acuerdo y los derechos de las personas, visita la página de recursos https://immigrantjustice.org/es/NavaSettlement.

Donde puedo encontrar ayuda legal gratuita ó de bajo Costo?

Visite la página de Asistencia Legal de The Resurrection Project para encontrar un proveedor de servicios legales de inmigración gratuitos cerca de usted.

Socios de Illinois Access to Justice que brindan una lista de servicios legales de inmigración gratuitos.

Rep. Maura Hirschauer (D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
271-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Hirschauer Reminds Residents of their Rights as Threat of Immigration Raids Looms

Posted on January 21, 2025January 29, 2025 by Intern Rep Hirschauer

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January 21, 2025

Batavia, Ill. – As communities brace for the threat of federal immigration raids, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer is encouraging residents to know their rights under Illinois state law intended to check unlawful harassment and racial profiling.

“I care deeply about the safety and well-being of my constituents; and I will do all that I can to protect the hard-working people and families of the 49th district,” said Hirschauer. “The Trump Administration is threatening to target our immigrant communities here in Illinois with raids and deportation. As we move forward these next four years, it’s important that our immigrant communities know their rights, and my office is here to offer support. Illinoisans believe in taking care of their neighbors; it is the Midwest way, and it is now more important than ever.”

Rep. Hirschauer 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.

Noticia De Prensa…

Hirschauer Recuerda Residentes de sus Derechos Mientras se Acercan las Incursiones Contra Inmigrantes

Batavia, Ill. – Mientras las comunidades se preparan por las amenazas de incursiones de oficiales federales de inmigracion, el/la rep. estatal [name] motiva a sus residentes para reconocer sus derechos bajo la ley del estado de Illinois que intenta detener el acoso injustificado o la persecución racial.

“Me importa profundamente la seguridad y bienestar de mis constituyentes y voy hacer todo lo que pueda para proteger a las personas y familias trabajadoras del distrito 49,” dijo Hirschauer. “La administración de Trump está amenazando nuestras comunidades de inmigrantes aquí en Illinois con incursiones y deportaciones. En lo que avanzamos estos próximos 4 años, es importante que nuestras comunidades de inmigrantes conozcan sus derechos y mi oficina estará aquí para ofrecer soporte. Los residentes de Illinois creen en cuidar a sus vecinos; es la manera medio oeste y es más importante ahora que nunca.”

Hirschauer recuerda a sus residentes de sus derechos bajo la ley del estado de Illinois, incluso la Ley de Trust y la ley VOICES de Illinois, que protegen a los residentes de la detención injustificada en espacios seguros como iglesias, escuelas, hospitales, y hogares comunes.

También, expertos de derechos de inmigrantes recuerda residentes a:

Dejar de abrir la puerta a su hogar a menos que se presente una orden judicial firmada por un juez.
Ejercer el derecho a permanecer en silencio y no responder a las preguntas.
No firmar nada sin hablar con un abogado.
Si es arrestado, obtenga un abogado cualificado en la ley de inmigracion. Llame a la línea de asistencia de la Coalición de Derechos para Inmigrantes y Refugiados 1-855-435-7693 para conectarse con expertos en la ley de inmigracion.

Para más recursos y consejos, visite a icirr.org o immigrantjustice.org.

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

DuPage Love Purse Drive now through October 31

October 8, 2024 – October 31, 2024

Rep Hirschauer’s office is excited to participate once again in the DuPage Legislators’ Love Purse Drive, organized by Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

(from the Love Purse site)

“It’s not just a purse”. It’s more than that. It can sometimes hold our most precious items. Photos, makeup, nail file, ID’s, cash, pain relievers, keys, rosary, etc. We can all remember our first purse and what it represented. Something important that we needed every time we walked out the door. Losing it meant losing a part of you. Having to leave it behind, devastating! That’s why these purses hold so much meaning to the women they are gifted to. Each purse is filled with inspiration and intention to make each woman feel loved, valued and respected.

Throughout the month of October, Rep. Hirschauer and Sen. Villa’s offices are joining other DuPage legislators in collecting NEW purses, toiletries, and notes of inspiration for the Love Purse organization.

Please note that, per Love Purse organization rules, only NEW purses will be accepted. Gently used purses will be donated to Goodwill. Please no shaving razors.

Ideas of products to pack into your donated purse:

Feminine Hygiene Products
Shampoo & Conditioner
Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Mouthwash (non-alcoholic)
Floss
Deodorant
Soap
Hand Sanitizer
Hairbrush
Face Cloths

Lotion
Shower Slippers
Socks
Compact Mirror
Lip Balm
Nail File
Face Masks
Notepads & Pens
Chocolates
Mints

And, most importantly, a note of inspiration! As you fill the purse, remember how much each item will make the woman who receives it feel (special and loved), the excitement she will feel opening the purse and knowing that someone cared about her.

Purses and toiletries may be dropped off at these locations in the 49th District:

West Chicago Public Library District

118 W. Washington St.
West Chicago, Illinois 60185

Bartlett Community Center

700 S. Bartlett Rd.
Bartlett, Illinois 60103

Or at our office in West Chicago:

Offices of Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, State Senator Karina Villa, and State Representative Maura Hirschauer

946 Neltnor Blvd #102-104
West Chicago, IL 60185 United States + Google Map

State Representative Maura Hirschauer

331-465-9661

View Organizer Website

office@repmaura49.com

State Senator Karina Villa

(630) 326-9319

View Organizer Website

info@senatorvilla.com

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Temporary Visitor Drivers Now Eligible to Apply for Standard Driver’s License
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Posted on September 9, 2024October 28, 2024 by Intern Rep Hirschauer

Starting July 1st, 2024, the Temporary Visitor Driver’s License was discontinued, and all previous holders are eligible to apply for a Standard Driver’s License/State ID in its place. Immigrants with a TVDL, whether documented (without an SSN) or undocumented, can visit ILSOS.gov/TVDL or their nearest Secretary of State building in-person to apply. There is no test required, but applicants must have their TVDL card and number on-hand and pay a $5 service fee.

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If you’ve never had a TVDL card, you are still eligible for a First Time Driver’s License by setting up an appointment with your nearest DMV. You will be required to take a vision, written, behind-the-wheel driving tests, and additionally must bring:

A current or expired (up to two years)
passport or consular card
Proof you have auto insurance
Proof you are a current Illinois resident
Proof you have lived in Illinois for at least a year

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If you have any further questions, please reach out to us at (331) 465-9661, or email us at office@repmaura49.com.

Los conductores visitantes temporales ahora son elegibles para solicitar una licencia de conducir estándar.

A partir del 1 de julio de 2024, se suspendió la licencia de conducir temporal para visitantes y todos los titulares anteriores son elegibles para solicitar una licencia de conducir estándar/identificación estatal en su lugar. Los inmigrantes con una TVDL, ya sean documentados (sin SSN) o indocumentados, pueden visitar ILSOS.gov/TVDL o el edificio de la Secretaría de Estado más cercano en persona para presentar la solicitud. No se requiere prueba, pero los solicitantes deben tener su tarjeta TVDL y su número a mano y pagar una tarifa de servicio de $5.

Si nunca ha tenido una tarjeta TVDL, aún es elegible para obtener una licencia de conducir por primera vez al programar una cita con el DMV más cercano. Se le pedirá que realice exámenes de la vista, escritos y de conducción al volante y, además, deberá traer:

Pasaporte o tarjeta consular, vigente o vencido (hasta dos años)
Prueba de que tienes seguro de auto
Prueba de que es residente actual de Illinois
Prueba de que ha vivido en Illinois durante al menos un año

Si tiene más preguntas, comuníquese con nosotros al (331) 465-9661 o envíenos un correo electrónico a office@repmaura49.com.

Hirschauer Brings State and Federal Services to Hanover Township on July 23

Posted on July 18, 2024July 18, 2024 by Office of Maura Hirschauer

Get assistance with State and Federal agencies, register to be an Organ Donor or get your I-Pass, and check to see if the state has any unclaimed funds for you! Join us at Hanover Township Senior Center between 10am and 2pm on Tuesday, July 23, for a one-stop-shop for many different programs.

Services Available to Walk-Ins

While the Mobile DMV appointment slots are full, the following services from other offices and agencies are available to walk-ins as well as those with appointments:

Federal Agencies Assistance:

provided by Congresswoman Delia Ramirez

Postal Service (USPS)
Federal Taxes (IRS)
Passports Medicare Social Security (SSA)
Veterans Services (VA)
Federal Grant Applications
DC Tours & Tickets
Congressional Commendations

State Agencies Assistance:

provided by the offices of Representative Maura Hirschauer, Senator Karina Villa, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs, the Illinois Tollway (I-Pass), and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias

Umployment (IDES)
Professional Licenses (IDFPR)
Medicaid (IHFS)
Human Services (IDHS)
Organ&Tissue Donor Registry
Illinois Tollway/ I-Pass Assistance
Unclaimed Property (ICash)

LifeGoesOn.com, the organ and tissue donor registry

Rep. Hirschauer Responds to Villa Park Tragedy

Posted on April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 by Office of Maura Hirschauer

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, issued the following statement regarding the tragic homicide that took place over the weekend in Villa Park.

“The murder of Julie Elguezabal is a tragedy and another unacceptable loss resulting from the intersection of domestic violence and firearms. While we collectively condemn this horrific act of violence, we must also collectively take action to right this wrong. Legislation that would remove firearms from the hands of domestic abusers remains stalled in the Illinois State Senate. Karina’s Bill (SB 2633) would allow judges to issue search warrants along with orders of protection so that law enforcement can search homes and immediately remove firearms from domestic abusers. Compared to this time last year, there is a 65% increase in the number of victims killed in firearm-related incidents across Illinois, according to The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence. We cannot let this trend continue and must pass this lifesaving bill this session.

In response to Julie Elguezabal’s murder, DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin was quoted as saying, ‘Perhaps a legislative fix or internal remedy could improve this outcome.’ On this point, I agree with the State’s Attorney — passing Karina’s Bill and giving law enforcement the tools they need to directly confiscate guns from domestic abusers will save lives. I encourage all of us in positions of leadership to ensure these safeguards are in place to protect survivors who are seeking to leave violent relationships.

Each day that passes without action on Karina’s Bill means more lives shattered and more futures stolen. We owe it to every victim and their families to ensure that they have the protection they need to reclaim their safety. My heart is with the family of Julie Elguezabal, and for hopefully the last time, I say: enough is enough. It is time that we pass Karina’s Bill and end the cycle of firearm-involved domestic violence homicides.”