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ICE Encounters

Constitutional protections during public encounters with ICE for U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents

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Jan 9, 2026
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What are the differences between green card holder and US citizen rights during ICE encounters?

Green card holders (lawful permanent residents, LPRs) and U.S. citizens both have constitutional protections during encounters with ICE, including the right to remain silent, but the practical legal o...

Jan 18, 2026

What legal protections do U.S. citizens and lawful residents have during ICE stops in public?

U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents retain core constitutional protections during public encounters with ICE: the rights to remain silent, to consult an attorney, and—subject to limits—to rec...