Legal Resources

Here at TRC, we don't offer legal services, but we can connect you to places that do! Hover and click "Learn More" to visit a guide to legal services in the Champaign-Urbana community who can aid with a variety of immigration services, as well as firms friendly to immigrants servicing other legal issues.

When Immigration Comes To Your Workplace

When faced with ICE at your workplace, it's important to be aware of what rights you are afforded and how to respond. Hover and click "Learn More" to read more about what to do if ICE comes to your workplace.

When Immigration Pulls You Over In Your Car

When you're driving and pulled over by any law enforcement or ICE, it's important to be aware of what rights you are afforded and how to respond, especially when pulled over by ICE. Hover and click "Learn More" to read more about what to do if ICE pulls you over.

Family Preparedness Plan

In order to be prepared, it's important to talk with your family and create a plan in case of an immigration emergency. Hover and click "Learn More" to read instructions for creating a thorough family preparedness plan.

What Is Expedited Removal?

“Expedited removal” is a process which allows the government to quickly deport someone they believe to be undocumented without ever seeing a judge. Hover and click "Learn More" to discover what this means and knowing your rights.

When Immigration Comes To Your Home

When faced with ICE at your home, it's important to be aware of your rights, and what information ICE must possess to be able to gain access to your house. Hover and click "Learn More" to read more about what to do if ICE comes to your home.

Illinois Legal Protections

The state of Illinois has some immigration related laws and legal protections that apply specifically to residents of Illinois. Hover and click "Learn More" to read about Illinois specific immigrant legal protections.

Immigrants and Champaign County

Champaign County is a certified Welcoming Place, with many organizations and partnerships to help immigrants in Champaign County. Hover and click "Learn More" to read more about immigrant community support in Champaign County.

A Guide To Immigration Documents

As an immigrant, you might feel overwhelmed with the variety of documents and paperwork presented to you. Hover and click "Learn More" to view annotated sample images of documents commonly seen in the immigration process.

If You See Immigration In Public

If you see ICE in public, it is important that you are aware of your rights, and what to do before, during and after the interaction. Hover and click "Learn More" to read more about what to do if you see ICE while in a public place.

Warrants & Subpoenas

Law enforcement often have warrants or subpoenas when they approach you at your house or in public. Warrants and subpoenas differ depending on the issuing body and what they are for. Hover and click "Learn More" to read more about when you have to comply, and when you don't.

Illinois Immigrant Resources

There are many resources available to immigrants in Illinois. Hover and click "Learn More" to visit a website with compiled lists of resources for immigrants in Illinois, including resources for detainees, rights cards, avoiding scams and reporting rights violations. The site is available in over 10 languages.