My property owner let ICE into the building where I live, and I’m concerned. What can I do?

HOME Line offers free legal advice in Minnesota about renter/property owner laws. Organizations that provide information on immigration issues include: 

• Immigrant Defense Network – A statewide coalition offering legal information, defense strategies, and tools to support immigrant communities.
• Monarca Rapid Response Line – A Minnesota-based network mobilizing community members to observe and respond to federal immigration activity, offering “know your rights,” legal observer, and rapid response support.
• CAIR–Minnesota – Offering civil rights resources and legal guidance, particularly to Muslim community members and others facing discrimination or targeted enforcement.
• MIRAC – Offering a variety of resources for community members affected by immigration enforcement, as well as people looking to tap into a response network.
• Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid - Offers legal support on housing and immigration issues.

For more information about your right to privacy as a renter:  

• Read about renters’ right to privacy from the Minnesota Attorney General's Office  
• Contact HOME Line   

The owner of the building where I live let ICE into my home when I was not there. What can I do?

The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office outlines basic rights to privacy as a renter, and when or how ICE is legally authorized to enter private spaces.

• Read the “Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities” handbook 
• See the "Know Your Rights With ICE" fact sheet 

My property manager keeps the door to our rental building unlocked. What can I do?

City law requires residential buildings with four or more units to have external doors that lock automatically. If they do not, or if someone can enter the building without a key, this may be a violation of City law. Report a complaint through 311, and an inspector will follow up with you.

Contact 311

The owner of my building requires me to provide updated and detailed information about everyone who lives in my unit. What rights do I have?

It’s not uncommon for property owners to ask about who lives at a rental property. Contact a lawyer to learn more about what a rental property owner may reasonably ask of you.

Contact:

• Legal Aid  
• HOME Line  
• Volunteer Lawyers Network 

Where can I learn more about my rights and prepare for a potential ICE encounter?

The City gathered resources to help you learn more about your rights. For legal advice, contact a lawyer.

Learn more about your rights and resources