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The Basics (9)+

• Applying for a Driver’s License with no Social Security Number

  Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) has a policy about residency documents that you will need to show if you are applying for a driver's license or ID card. This publication tells you what documents you need. #9349EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Changes to DACA: Access To Health Care in Washington State

  Important: Recent federal policy changes do NOT terminate anyone’s DACA status now. This means: No changes to health insurance coverage for people with DACA status now. Content Detail

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  Northwest Health Law Advocates

• Current Status of DACA

  DACA remains legal! As of June 18, 2020, if you have not had DACA in the past, you still cannot yet apply. If you have previously been granted DACA and remain eligible, you can still apply. Read the latest. Content Detail

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  Seattle.gov

• Durable Power of Attorney for Finances for Detainees

  This power of attorney form was created specifically for immigrants who are detained through enforcement of immigration law or otherwise incarcerated. If you're looking for a general power of attorney form, see Durable Power of Attorney Documents in the Health section of WashingtonLawHelp.org. #8164EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Immigration, Family Law, and Domestic Violence

  If you have a protection order case or family law matter, you may have immigration questions or concerns. People who are abusive often use immigration status to control their partners. Read this for basic answers to some common questions. #8105EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Immigration Status and Court Hearings in Washington State

  Questions and answers about when and how the court can ask about your immigration status. #8110EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Know Your Rights: Stopped by Police

  Being stopped by police is a stressful experience that can go bad quickly. Here we describe what the law requires and also offer strategies for handling police encounters. Content Detail

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  ACLU

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  Spanish / Español

• Planning Ahead for Your Children’s Safety

  This resource is specifically for immigrant families who are thinking about giving temporary permission to a trusted caregiver to take care of your children. That could mean anything from having the children live with them, to just having them make decisions for the children like obtaining medical and dental care or enrolling a child in school. It may also grant permission to travel across international borders with the children. If you're looking for a general temporary custody agreement, see Non-Parent Custody: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers. #8166EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• VAWA Self-Petition: Immigration Relief for Victims of Domestic Violence

  If a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member uses their immigration status to control or abuse you, you may be able to file an I-360 VAWA Petition. This petition lets you try to get status without the help of the abusive family member. #8125EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

DACA (2)+

• Changes to DACA: Access To Health Care in Washington State

  Important: Recent federal policy changes do NOT terminate anyone’s DACA status now. This means: No changes to health insurance coverage for people with DACA status now. Content Detail

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  Northwest Health Law Advocates

• Current Status of DACA

  DACA remains legal! As of June 18, 2020, if you have not had DACA in the past, you still cannot yet apply. If you have previously been granted DACA and remain eligible, you can still apply. Read the latest. Content Detail

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  Seattle.gov

Police Encounters (1)+

• Know your rights when you encounter immigration agents and other law enforcement

  If you find you have to deal with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or other law enforcement officers at home, on the street, or anywhere else, remember that you have the rights described in this factsheet. The factsheet also provides suggestions for what you should do to assert your rights. Content Detail

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  National Immigration Law Center

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  Spanish / Español

  Korean / 한국어

  Chinese (Traditional) / 中文