Resources: What to do if ICE raids your establishment

With the latest news around increased enforcement of immigration laws, we’ve received several requests from members for resources on this topic. Below are links to state, national, and other legal resources on immigration.

Prepare your employees and establishment in case of a raid by taking these five steps:

Understand the risks of immigration violations because employers who fail to comply with immigration regulations face significant penalties.
Take steps to minimize the likelihood of a raid, such as complying with I-9 documentation.
Know how to respond if ICE initiates an audit. An ICE audit is often initiated through a Notice of Inspection, which requires employers to produce I-9 forms and additional records within 72 hours (three days).
Know what to do if there is an ICE raid because they are usually highly disruptive, often involving immediate inspections and potential detentions. Request and examine the warrant, monitor without interfering, avoid actions that could look like you are harboring someone, and document all seized property or records.
Prepare for workforce disruptions and absences. If fear of raids affects worker attendance, train managers to engage with employees in a neutral, supportive manner and avoid threatening discipline for legally protected concerted activity.

You can read more about preparing for a raid here.

If your establishment experiences a raid, what should you do? We’ve collected these resources for you and your employees. If you need an attorney, you should call yours right away. If your attorney doesn’t specialize in immigration law, they probably know one to whom they can refer you.