It is important to record details of the arrest and tell your loved one’s lawyer. You should document the arrest in whatever way feels safe, whether it’s taking a picture, taking a video, or writing down the details of what happened afterwards. It may make a difference in the immigration case.

Below is a list of details to record about the raid:

• How ICE agents presented themselves, including how many officers there were, whether they were armed, how they were dressed and whether they identified themselves as ICE

• What ICE agents said/did to make an arrest, especially if they lied, intimidated anyone, or if they used verbal/physical force

• Who was present during the arrest, especially if there were children

• Whether the agents searched anyone’s belongings

• How the agents reacted if anyone said they denied consent to enter or search

• How the agents reacted if anyone said they were exercising their right to remain silent or not answer questions

• How the agents reacted if someone brought up any concerns like the need for childcare or medical issues

• If anyone else besides the person detained was questioned, fingerprinted, or arrested