My rights in California

My rights in California

At work

• I must be paid at least minimum wage for every hour, papers or not.
• I can speak up about pay and safety. Retaliation is against the law.

At home

• My landlord may not ask about my immigration status.

With local police

• California police may not ask my status for immigration enforcement or hold me for ICE.
• I have the right to remain silent. I can say: "I want to remain silent."

Health

• I can get emergency Medi-Cal if I qualify by income.

Help

• Legal clinic: ____________________
• Family contact: ____________________
• 211 for local help

This card is general information, not legal advice.

From Rights in California. Facts checked October 21, 2026. Free information, not legal or medical advice.