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⚖️ Abolitionist, anti-racist, anti-capitalist, anti-imperialist (& not the ACLU) Sign up for a training, request observers for your event or check out our resources here: linktr.ee/buffalolos buffalolegalobservers@gmail.com

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LittleSis @mapthepower.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Hope to see you tonight! littlesis.org/training/pow...
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Power researching elected officials - Little Sis
Elected officials are often the key decision makers that organizers focus on when trying to create change in their communities. But who are the key players behind our politicians? In
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NYCLU @nyclu.org · 16/04/2026
❗️NEW: Governor Hochul announced an updated immigration proposal that would give police officers wide discretion to collude with ICE if they claim to have probable cause to detain someone. This proposal makes a mockery of due process and will endanger countless immigrant New Yorkers.
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Noah Shachtman @noahshachtman.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
If you're using Signal, turn notifications and previews OFF. www.404media.co/fbi-extracts...
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
The Military Law Task Force advocates through the law for servicemembers and veterans. nlgmltf.org
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MLTF - Military Law Task Force - Military Law Task Force
The National Lawyers Guild Military Law Task Force includes attorneys, legal workers, law students and “Barracks lawyers” interested in draft, military and veterans issues. It is a standing project of the National Lawyers Guild.
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National Lawyers Guild @nlg.org · 12/02/2026
We always get asked: "Do you have be a lawyer to join the National Lawyers Guild?" No!
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NYCLU @nyclu.org · 02/02/2026
If you're on the streets filming ICE, remember: Keep the focus on the ICE agents themselves where possible because it makes it more likely that you'll capture footage of any visible badges or other potentially identifying features. Keep recording for as long as possible. More tips here 👇
wired.com
How to Film ICE
Filming federal agents in public is legal, but avoiding a dangerous—even deadly—confrontation isn’t guaranteed. Here’s how to record ICE and CBP agents as safely as possible and have an impact.
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Investigative Post @ipostnews.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Breaking: Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti tells Investigative Post he's pulling back on his partnership with ICE. Filicetti says he will now only detain immigrants at the jail if they've been criminally charged. No more civil detainees, he said. www.investigativepost.org/2026/01/20/n...
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
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Buffalo Mayor Ryan to ban city cooperation with ICE, other feds
Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan on Friday announced that he plans to sign an executive order that would ban city cooperation with federal immigration
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
MARTIN SOSTRE
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TRADITION
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... As the federal government escalates its attacks against immigrants, university campuses have become a focus of political repression. ICE is targeting non-U.S. citizens on campuses due to their speech and beliefs. Read on to know your risks and ways to fight back!
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ICE on University Campuses: Know Your Risks & Fight Back! - National Lawyers Guild
Published September 18, 2025. Please note that laws and their enforcement change frequently. Consult a local attorney for additional questions. KYR ICE On CampusDownload
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... In collaboration with Southern Coalition for Social Justice and National Immigration Project, the NLG’s Mass Defense Program has created a new KYR for people advocating with and supporting non-U.S. citizens.
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Assessing Risks in Supporting Immigrants at Points of Intervention: Understanding the “Harboring” Non-U.S. Citizens Federal Crime, 8 U.S.C. § 1324(a)(1)(A) - National Lawyers Guild
Published January 24, 2025. Created in collaboration with the National Immigration Project (NIP) and the Southern Coalition for Social Justice (SCSJ). Please note that laws and their enforcement chang...
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... Trump regime has unleashed the full force of ICE, CBP, and DHS for his mass deportation agenda.
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Federal Assault by Sandwich, Whistle & Protest: An Explainer on 18 U.S.C. 111(a)(1) - National Lawyers Guild
Published December 24, 2025. Please note that laws and their enforcement change frequently. Consult a local attorney for additional questions. Federal Assault by Sandwich, Whistle, and Protest-compres...
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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
We’re in Albany today fighting for every family that now has an empty space at the dinner table. For every NYer ripped from their family. For every family afraid that a traffic stop could lead to permanent separation from their loved ones. Enough is enough. Lawmakers must pass #NY4All now.
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NYCLU @nyclu.org · 09/01/2026
WIN: We sued the Batavia ICE federal detention center over the facility’s policy of permitting ICE officers to open confidential legal mail. People trapped in immigration detention + their lawyers rely on written communications to relay deeply personal info. This is a critical First Amendment win.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
The Military Law Task Force advocates through the law for servicemembers and veterans. nlgmltf.org
nlgmltf.org
MLTF - Military Law Task Force - Military Law Task Force
The National Lawyers Guild Military Law Task Force includes attorneys, legal workers, law students and “Barracks lawyers” interested in draft, military and veterans issues. It is a standing project of the National Lawyers Guild.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ALERT!
WHAT: Agents in an unmarked vehicle in tactical gear detaining people in the parking lot of the Cheektowaga Walmart
Unverified if immigration
WHEN: approx 8PM 12/27/25
WHERE: 2500 Walden Ave Cheektowaga
NY
POLICE
3HT-515)
BORDER
CALL OR TEXT
7162222190
@BIRDWATCHBUFALO
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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
🧊Reporting an ICE Raid With all the uncertainty around ICE raids, we need to ensure that we do not spread further fear within our communities, by spreading false information. It is crucial to only share raids that have been vetted by a trusted source.  Save & share this resource!
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Friday, December 19, 2025
This week we learned that
ICE kidnapped at least 24 of our neighbors, right here in WNY.
1/2]Friday, December 12, 2025
They are workers, dads, husbands, single holders.
steen caro
This is a noticeable uptick; more than twice as high as last week. This comes as many in the White House and around our nation are preparing to celebrate the birth of Jesus, a refugee.
[2/21REPORTING POTENTIAL THREATS
When reporting, share as much information as possible. Do not speculate. Share what you directly observe. If you get the report from someone else, get SALUTE before you "signal boost".
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SIZE - How many people/vehicles observed?
ACTIVITY - What are they doing?
Examples: Pulled someone over. At a person's home. Standing around in a parking lot.
LOCATION - Be specific. If someone needed to find it, where would they look?
UNIFORMS - Are they clearly affiliated with a specific agency? What are the colors of the uniform or patches? Masks?
TIME & DATE - When did you first observe? Is the situation still active?
EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES - Carrying anything like zip ties, additional weapons?
Get description of vehicles, plate numbers.
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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
The New York for All Act would establish baseline protections by prohibiting state + local law enforcement and agencies from collaborating with ICE, incl. ending harmful 287(g) agreements. @governor.ny.gov prioritize #NY4All as the very first order of business when legislators return to Albany.
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LittleSis @mapthepower.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Do you know who your local billionaires are? We made this research guide to help you get started. littlesis.org/reports/ever...
The front cover of the everybody vs. billionaires guide is pictured in the center of the graphic. A bubble of text reads, “Find resources to help you… identify the billionaires in your backyard, map billionaire influence and networks.” Below that there is a link: bit.ly/EverybodyvsBillionaires [capital e and b]. The LittleSis logo is pictured on the lower right corner in white. The background is mustard yellow, and there is a picture of black and white money stacks.
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Neighborhood Legal Services, Inc. @nlsinc716.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
Hanukkah reminds us that even in the darkest times, light and hope can prevail. Spreading light can also extend beyond candle lighting; we can brighten our world through intentional acts of kindness and gestures of love. How will you spread light this season? #HappyHanukkah #SpreadTheLight
Happy Hanukkah on blue background with gold star and flower decorative elements. May your Hanukkah be filled with light, love, and happiness.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
Did you know
250 Delaware Ave
houses the brain center and operation headquarters for the kidnapping, detention, & deportation of our neighbors for almost all of NY State?The 250 Delaware building features a luxury hotel and Delaware North HQ; owned & operated by the Jacobs family. In the same building, Delaware North leases to one of 28 of ICE's Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO).
Between the Buffalo and NYC EROs they cover the entirety of NY and have contributed to kidnapping more people without criminal records than any other state in the US this year.NY is the only state with >60% rate of those arrested with no criminal record
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
Friday, December 12, 2025
This week we learned that
ICE took at least ll of our neighbors, right here in WNY.
[1/2]Friday, December 12, 2025
We are devasted for those taken and for their loved ones.
And yet, this week we saw the community show up, spread information, and interrupt harm.
We are honored to be in community with you.
12/21Some people on a sidewalk holding a banner that says ICE Hides In This Parking Lot. Two are holding signs that say ICE KIDNAPPED A NEIGHBOR HERE and the BIRD hotline # (716) 222-2190
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ALERT!
What: Multiple Reports of Border Patrol
Questioning and Arresting People
Where: Main Street Near UB South Campus
Including Winspear Ave.
When: 12/9 (Inactive as of 7:45pm)
• Do focus your video and photos • Don't focus video on the on police/ICE/CBP
people in crisis or others
• Do coordinate with BIRD
• Don't talk to the police
members and bystanders
• Don't post on social media or
• Do document and work with
livestream
BIRD to share your video/photos • Don't interfere physically or
• Do keep calm and deescalate
verbally
• Do exercise caution and
• Don't panic, stay calm
remember agents are armed
• Do know that BIRD has trained community responders for situations like this
CALL OR TEXT
7162222190
@BIRDWATCHBUFFALO
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
www.investigativepost.org/2025/12/09/l...
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Buffalo-area police, sheriffs cooperating with Border Patrol, ICE
Cheektowaga is among several local police departments and two county sheriffs turning turning migrants over to Border Patrol & ICE.
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The Buffalo News @buffalonews.com · 09/12/2025
Conditions in Erie County's two jails have improved in some respects but there are several ongoing issues that should be addressed, according to a report issued Tuesday by the Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project.
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Clergy report on Erie County jail conditions points to 5 'major areas of concern'
Conditions in Erie County's two jails have improved in some respects but there are several ongoing issues that should be addressed, according to a report issued Tuesday by the Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project.
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Clean Air Coalition of WNY @cacwny.org · 09/12/2025
We're at $2272 towards our 20k End of Year Appeal goal - please donate and share today to support working class-led environmental justice organizing in Western New York! secure.givelively.org/donate/clean...
secure.givelively.org
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Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks.org · 21/11/2025
Our Holiday Sale is here early this year! ALL Haymarket Books are 40% Off through Friday, January 2nd!
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Happy Holidays! 40% OFF ALL Haymarket Books
Our Holiday Sale is here early this year! ALL Haymarket Books are 40% Off through Friday, January 2nd! For one-stop shopping, check out our eleven curated gift bundles: each includes 5 books for $5...
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Bridge from Buffalo 🌈 🖖 @abridgeinbflo.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
I am at $152/500! Can you donate and/or share this post for visibility? Our collective goal is 20k by December 31.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
theintercept.com/2025/11/23/p...
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The Feds Want to Make It Illegal to Even Possess an Anarchist Zine
Daniel Sanchez is facing federal charges for what free speech advocates say is a clear attack on the First Amendment.
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The Buffalo News @buffalonews.com · 22/11/2025
A survey of Erie County legislators, who have either raised public concerns or were asked directly by The Buffalo News last week about their support for a consolidated and expanded jail complex in Alden, found strong, bipartisan opposition. buffalonews.com/news/local/a...
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$500 million for a new jail? Most county legislators say 'no thanks'
A survey of Erie County legislators, who have either raised public concerns or were asked directly by The Buffalo News last week about their support for a consolidated and expanded jail complex in Ald...
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Size: "5 or 6 ICE agents" Actions: "Checking IDs at the grocery store.” Location: "Parking lot at 26th Ave./Lake in Mayberry.” Uniforms: "Vests that say 'ICE Police'.” Time: "3:43 p.m. Jan 21st, 20XX.” Equipment: "Five snatch/transport vans, large numbers of zip tie handcuffs.”
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BuffaloResearch.com @buffaloresearch.com · 13/11/2025
BREAKING: Neighbors, we need you on Elmwood at 4:30 today! There was an ICE raid this morning. #Buffalo @buffalolos.bsky.social @buffalonews.com @7news-wkbw.bsky.social @btpmnpr.bsky.social
Immediate call to action! No to ICE in our neighborhood! Rally, get resources, join the response!

4:30pm to 5:30pm
765 Elmwood Ave
In front of Aguacates

ICE targeted individuals who work & live here in the Elmwood Village. Four individuals were taken today
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
TAKE ACTION: Tell Erie County legislature to REJECT $20 million for jail expansion and fund a health care study instead, with the Advocacy toolkit for 2026 County Budget: docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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Advocacy toolkit for 2026 county budget
Advocacy toolkit for 2026 County Budget TAKE ACTION: Tell Erie County legislature to REJECT $20 million for jail expansion and fund a health care study instead Dear allies, Hope you are well. We ne...
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
NOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO!
ATTENTION WNY COMMUNITY:
ICE HAS ARRESTED SEVERAL PEOPLE IN AND AROUND BIG BOX STORES SUCH AS WALMART, ALDI, AND TARGET
N WNY AREA
ATENCIÓN A LA COMUNIDAD DE WNY:
LA MIGRA HA ARRESTADO VARIAS PERSONAS EN LOS ALRENDADOERS DE TIENDAS GRANDES COMO WALMART, ALDI Y TARGET EN EL AREA DE WNYNOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO!
REPORT SUSPECTED IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITY
CALLORTEXT:716 2222190
INFORMAR SOBRE ACTIVIDADES SOSPECHOSAS DE LA MIGRA
LLAMA OENVÍA
UN MENSAJE DE TEXTO:716 2222190
NOTE: THE HOTLINE IS NOT LIVE 24/77
NOTA:LA LÍNEA DIRECTA NOESTÁ DISPONIBLE LAS 24 HORAS DEL DÍA
LOS 7 DÍAS DE LA SEMANACÓMO REDUCIR LOS RIESGOS
• compre en tiendas pequenas que conozcc y en las que contie.
• Lleve a un vecino o amigo con usted.
• Manténgase alerta. Preste atención a
quién
está en el estacionamiento o
siguiéndole.
• Los arrestos han sido más frecuentes durante las horas pico. Si es posible, evite comprar después del trabajo.
• Evite viajes innecesarios: considere lc osibilidad de recogida de tiend‹
entrega de supermercado
Nota: esto no constituye asesoramiento legalHOW TO MINIMIZE RISK
• Shop at small stores you know and trust.
• Take a neighbor or friend with you.
• Stay alert Watch for who's in the parking lot or following you.
• Arrests have been most frequent luring rush hour. Avoid shopping after vork if possible
• Avoid unnecessary trips - consider grocery pickup or grocery delivery
Note: This is not legal advice.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Whether or not you’re a citizen, you have rights under the United States Constitution. The Fifth Amendment gives every person the right to remain silent: not to answer questions asked by a police officer or government agent.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
www.aclu.org/know-your-ri...
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Know Your Rights | Talking to People About Their Rights | ACLU
You can advocate for changes to laws without fear, as long as you’re not directly inciting or aiding and abetting illegal activity. Understanding these protections can help you navigate conversations ...
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Remember SALUTE when you report suspicious immigration enforcement presence to your local rapid response network!
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
If you want to help the communities the Trump administration is targeting for imprisonment and deportation, you can donate a grocery store gift card to our friends at Justice For Migrant Families by dropping it off at Burning Books (420 Connecticut) anytime during their regular business hours.
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National Lawyers Guild @nlg.org · 03/11/2025
Preparing for the Domestic Terrorism Apparatus, Hosted by NLGR Monday, November 10, 2025, 8:00pm ET / 7:00pm CT / 6:00pm MT / 5:00pm PT As the administration moves to expand its domestic terrorism framework, new policies and rhetoric are raising alarm among social justice advocates.
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Melissa @bibliothecar.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
If you are supporting immigrant neighbors at this critical time in any way, thank you! Also, please read this thread and mentally rehearse how you will handle this situation. We keep us safe.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
THREAD: What to Do if Government Agents (Police Officers, FBI Agents, ICE, etc.) Show Up at Your Door Share this information with people you live with, even if they are not activists.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Remember SALUTE when you report suspicious immigration enforcement presence to your local rapid response network!
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
nlgmltf.org/military-law...
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FAQ on Refusing Illegal Orders - Military Law Task Force
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
www.aclu.org/know-your-ri...
aclu.org
Know Your Rights | Talking to People About Their Rights | ACLU
You can advocate for changes to laws without fear, as long as you’re not directly inciting or aiding and abetting illegal activity. Understanding these protections can help you navigate conversations ...
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Whether or not you’re a citizen, you have rights under the United States Constitution. The Fifth Amendment gives every person the right to remain silent: not to answer questions asked by a police officer or government agent.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
The @nlg.org has a hotline for activists and lawyers to report incidents of federal repression, such as FBI “door-knocks” at activists’ homes, grand jury investigations and subpoenas, and any other federal law enforcement efforts to undermine civil rights. The line is live at: 212-679-2811.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
THREAD: What to Do if Government Agents (Police Officers, FBI Agents, ICE, etc.) Show Up at Your Door Share this information with people you live with, even if they are not activists.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
The @nlg.org has a hotline for activists and lawyers to report incidents of federal repression, such as FBI “door-knocks” at activists’ homes, grand jury investigations and subpoenas, and any other federal law enforcement efforts to undermine civil rights. The line is live at: 212-679-2811.
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Buffalo Legal Observers @buffalolos.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
NOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO!
ATTENTION WNY COMMUNITY:
ICE HAS ARRESTED SEVERAL PEOPLE IN AND AROUND BIG BOX STORES SUCH AS WALMART, ALDI, AND TARGET
N WNY AREA
ATENCIÓN A LA COMUNIDAD DE WNY:
LA MIGRA HA ARRESTADO VARIAS PERSONAS EN LOS ALRENDADOERS DE TIENDAS GRANDES COMO WALMART, ALDI Y TARGET EN EL AREA DE WNYNOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO! NOTICE! ¡AVISO!
REPORT SUSPECTED IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITY
CALLORTEXT:716 2222190
INFORMAR SOBRE ACTIVIDADES SOSPECHOSAS DE LA MIGRA
LLAMA OENVÍA
UN MENSAJE DE TEXTO:716 2222190
NOTE: THE HOTLINE IS NOT LIVE 24/77
NOTA:LA LÍNEA DIRECTA NOESTÁ DISPONIBLE LAS 24 HORAS DEL DÍA
LOS 7 DÍAS DE LA SEMANACÓMO REDUCIR LOS RIESGOS
• compre en tiendas pequenas que conozcc y en las que contie.
• Lleve a un vecino o amigo con usted.
• Manténgase alerta. Preste atención a
quién
está en el estacionamiento o
siguiéndole.
• Los arrestos han sido más frecuentes durante las horas pico. Si es posible, evite comprar después del trabajo.
• Evite viajes innecesarios: considere lc osibilidad de recogida de tiend‹
entrega de supermercado
Nota: esto no constituye asesoramiento legalHOW TO MINIMIZE RISK
• Shop at small stores you know and trust.
• Take a neighbor or friend with you.
• Stay alert Watch for who's in the parking lot or following you.
• Arrests have been most frequent luring rush hour. Avoid shopping after vork if possible
• Avoid unnecessary trips - consider grocery pickup or grocery delivery
Note: This is not legal advice.
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