Explains immigration laws for use by immigrant youth in an easy-to-read format published by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center in San Francisco. Contrasts the various legal rights and restrictions of a U.S. citizen vs. a green card holder vs. an undocumented person. Undocumented youth and green card holders are advised to pay taxes, to register with the Selective Service, and to stay out of trouble with the law. If immigration authorities come to a home or place of employment, the immigrant should not answer the door, ask for a warrant, keep silent, refuse to sign papers, and remain calm. The myth that having a child improves the possibility of becoming a legal citizen is refuted repeatedly. The Special Immigrant Juvenile Status provides a possible path to obtaining a green card. Immigrants learn how to obtain identification cards such as a state ID from the Department of Motor Vehicles, a Matricula Consular, and a driver’s license. Other topics include: obtaining an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, military service, receiving public benefits, and educational entitlements. (IP)`
