Know Your Rights: Empowering Tribal Nations

Mission Statement: Providing clear, actionable legal information for Tribal citizens regarding rights, safety, and sovereignty.

Quick Links/Emergency

What to do if stopped by any law enforcement or ICE: Red Cards
Hotlines
- 1-855-435-7672 is the Navajo Nation Hotline for Diné to call if you need immediate assistance or have questions about ICE and detainment. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Native Americans who believe ICE violated their rights should contact the Native American Rights Fund at (303)447-8760 or email here.
Interacting with ICE/Federal Agents (Rights in public, in your car, or at home)
- Resources for Individuals and Nonprofits Approached by ICE by the Native American Rights Fund
- Latest News/Webinars: Native American “KYR” info session by the National Congress of American Indians
Legal Aid Finder
- Resources for Individuals and Nonprofits Approached by ICE by the Native American Rights Fund
- Tribal Court Clearinghouse
Report a Violation/Discrimination
- ACLU
- Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission
- Civil Rights Office at the City of Albuquerque: Submit a Discrimination Inquiry
Using Tribal ID (What to do if a law enforcement agent does not accept it)
- Tribal ID resources: Navajo Nation
Safety Plans (How to prepare for raids or detention)
- Know your rights