Immigrant Rights in NJ

• Carry valid US Government Identification Documents with you at all times.
• If you have valid immigration documentation, carry it with you,
  • including your employment authorization card,
  • copies of I-94s
  • copies of Notices to Appear.
• Do not carry false or fraudulent documents.

 Immigration agents do not need a warrant to enter a public place.

• You may ask to see their badge/identification.
• If you do not know they are ICE, you may ask what agency they represent.
• You may ask if you are free to leave.
• You have the right to remain silent. 
• If you are not a US citizen, they may ask for your immigration papers. You must show them if you have them with you.
  • If you do not have your documentation, you may say you choose to remain silent.
  • You may say you want to consult a lawyer before answering questions.
  • Never show false or fraudulent documents to a police officer or ICE agent.
• If they ask for permission to search you, you may say no.
  • If they search you without permission, do not resist.
  • You may say you do not consent to be searched.
• You have the right to request an interpreter.

• You may ask to see their badge/identification, and if they are immigration agents.
• You may ask why they are there.
• They must have a valid warrant to enter. You may ask to see it (under the door/held up to window).
• If the warrant is issued by a court and signed by a judge in US District Court or State Court, they may enter.
• Administrative Warrants signed by Dept. of Homeland Security or Forms I-200 or I-205 are not judicial warrants.
  • You do not have to permit them entry with administrative warrant.
  • They can enter in an emergency, threat to public safety, threat to life.
  • If they force entry,
    • do not resist.
    • You may ask for interpreter.
    • You may say you do not consent, you want to remain silent, you want legal counsel.

• Do not try to resist arrest.
• You have the right to ask to speak to an attorney.
• You have the right to request an interpreter.
• You do not have to:
  • say anything,
  • sign anything,
  • agree to anything,
  • without understanding it,
  • before speaking with an attorney.

Citizenship and Immigration Services

On the USCIS.gov website, there are links to providers of free legal assistance.   Go to https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship/apply-for-citizenship/find-help-in-your-community

Wind of the Spirit

Wind of the Spirit works with immigrant communities to ensure their access to information that will strengthen their leadership and will also allow them to realize their power as social and political actors. Focus on Immigration rights.   Can refer clients for help with immigration issues.

Telephone: 973-538-2035

Email: office@windofthespirit.net

2 Village Green Road, Madison, NJ 07960

Office of Hispanic Affairs

Supports the Hispanic community by providing direct social services and client advocacy.

For General Inquiries or Information:

95-99 Bassett Highway, Dover, NJ 07801, USA

info@mcoha.org  or (973) 366-4770 Ext. 10

 Catholic Charities of New Jersey – Immigrant Support

976 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102

Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm, by appointment
P: 973-733-3516 F:973-733-9631

Legal Services of New Jersey:   1-888-LSNJ-LAW or visit their website at Legal Services of New Jersey

Morris County Bar Association:   Find a Lawyer at:  Lawyer Referral Service

Legal Services of Northwest New Jersey – Morris County Office.  Call (973) 285-6911 or visit  Legal Aid Offices

Immigration 

The Office of New Americans partners with community legal services providers so that income eligible NJ residents at risk of deportation have free and expert legal advice and representation.

• American Friends Service Committee
  • request telephone consult, 973-643-1924
  • detention-related calls, 973-474-9861
• Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ)
  • 1-732-572-9100 x8782
  • detention-related, 1-888-894-0612
  • online portal, https://lsnjlawhotline.org/intake
• Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
  • legal counsel and social services coordination
  • 201-305-9217, or https://www.njcic.org/refer-a-child

JBWS – 

Provides safety, support, and solutions for abuse for anyone who lives or works in primarily Morris County, NJ and faces the issues of intimate partner abuse. 

24-Hour Helpline & Referral: 1.877.782.2873
Hablamos Español  Interpreters Available

Please call our 24-hour helpline: 1.877.782.2873 or 1.877.R.U.ABUSED if you or someone you know is in danger and may need to come to Emergency Housing -Arbour House. For more information about JBWS’ housing services, click here. 

Zufall Health Services

All patients are welcome regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

https://www.zufallhealth.org/

Dover Medical

18 West Blackwell St.
Dover, NJ 07801
T: 973.328.3344
F: 973.328.6817

Dover Dental

17 South Warren St.
Dover, NJ 07801
T: 973.328.3344
F: 973.989.9006

NJ Mental Health – Staff of behavioral care specialists use their experience and understanding of the behavior health system to connect you to the information and services you need.

https://www.njmentalhealthcares.org/

Directory of Morris County Mental Health Services

https://www.morriscountynj.gov/Departments/Emergency-Management/Mental-Health

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. ¡Los servicios de texto y chat de 988 Lifeline ya están disponibles en español!

Dial 9-8-8

Zufall Behavioral Health

Zufall Behavioral Health offers affordable behavioral health services to individuals who are medical patients at the health center and are referred by a Zufall medical provider. A variety of behavorial and mental health issues can be addressed by this program including anxiety, drespression, domestic violence, and PTSD.

Crisis Intervention

The following hospitals provide 24-hour, seven days a week crisis intervention, psychiatric emergency service, clinical consultation, counseling referrals, and when appropriate, hospitalization to children and adults in the Service Areas as noted.

Saint Clare’s Hospital, Pocono Road, Denville, NJ 07834. Psychiatric Emergency Services (973) 625-0280

Chilton Memorial Hospital, 97 West Parkway, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. Crisis Intervention Services (973) 831-5078

Morristown Memorial Hospital/Atlantic Behavioral Health, 100 Madison Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07962. Crisis Intervention Services (973) 540-0100

Substance Abuse Helpline:  1- 844 732 2465

Turning Point, Inc.:  1-973 -239-9400

Morris County Vocational School (MCVS) – GED, Basic Skills, ESL, Medical, Trades, LPN

https://mcvts.augusoft.net/

County College of Morris

https://www.ccm.edu/

The Adult School

https://www.theadultschool.org/

GED (High School Equivalency Diploma)

County College of Morris (CCM) now offers GED Testing on campus – if interested, please contact Kevin Chen at kchen@ccm.edu

Remote Testing available at MCVS by appointment only.  In order to be eligible for remote testing you must take and pass the GED Ready practice exam.  When you have met this requirement, please contact MCVS at 973-627-4601 x. 231 to schedule a test date and time.  

GED Testing Information: https://ged.com/

NJ’s testing requirements: https://ged.com/policies/new_jersey/ 

Testing Fees: https://ged.com/about_test/price_and_state_rules/

Employment Training Services

https://msw-jobtraining.org/

One-Stop Career Service Centers

https://nj.gov/labor/career-services/

13 Emery Avenue
Randolph, New Jersey 07860

Walk-in Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Dress for Success Job Training

https://northernnj.dressforsuccess.org/programs/job-training/

The Women’s Center at County College of Morris

https://www.ccm.edu/student-support/the-womens-center/

Dress for Success

https://northernnj.dressforsuccess.org/contact/

300 Madison Avenue – Suite 101
Madison, New Jersey
07940
United States of America
973.822.3188

Nick’s Hope

A non-profit proving free clothing to those in need via an on-line store and mobile events.  

nickshope.com

Interfaith Food Pantry –

https://www.mcifp.org/get-food/

Call IFPN at: 973-538-8049 

Nourish NJ

https://www.nourishnj.org/program-services

Call: 862-397-0030

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

https://www.morriscountynj.gov/Departments/Temporary-Assistance/Apply-for-SNAP-Food-Stamps

Call: 973-326-7800

211 New Jersey – https://nj211.org/  NJ State Homeless Hotline.  Call them at 211, text them by sending your zip code to 898-211 or email them at info@nj211.org

NJ Housing Agency – https://www.nj.gov/dca/hmfa/

NORWESCAP – Norwescap helps people navigate housing challenges, remain in their homes, and maintain safe and affordable living environments, while also creating stronger, more thriving communities. https://norwescap.org/

Housing Help NJ www.housinghelpnj.org

Housing Partnership  www.housingpartnershipnj.org  – Provides education and financial counseling to promote home ownership

Family Promise of Morris County e www.familypromisemorris.org

NJ Division of Motor Vehicles

https://www.nj.gov/mvc/

Randolph  Location – 160 Canfield Avenue, Randolph, NJ 07869

Main Library Alliance

Click here to locate your local library information: https://www.mainlib.org/discover-resources-now/locations/

Child Care/Parenting

Child & Family Resources www.cfrmorris.org

Head Start of Morris County www.headstartmc.org

Preschool Advantage www.preschooladvantage.org

Partnership for Maternal & Child Health, Family Success Center www.partnershipmch.org

Morris County Division of Aging, Disability and Programing www.morriscountynj.gov

Zufall Health Centers- Intensive Senior Support Services www.zufallhealth.org

Morris County Library- Libraries by Mail www.mclib.info

Adult Protective Services www.state.nj.us  973-362-7282

NORWESCAP “Friendship at Heart” 973-784-4900 ext. 205 

NORWESCAP “Senior Reach” 973-784-4900 ext. 3503