Immigrants' Rights

The fundamental constitutional protections of due process and equal protection embodied in our Constitution and Bill of Rights apply to every person, regardless of immigration status.

Immigrants' Rights

People who are immigrants are — and have always been — a vital part of our state's history, culture, and economy. But immigrant communities are profiled, harassed, and demonized. The ACLU of Indiana, along with statewide partners, is speaking up for the dignity of all our neighbors — including undocumented communities.

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News & Commentary
14th Amendment

The Latest from SCOTUS: What It Means for Hoosiers

A roundup of major decisions affecting citizenship, voting rights, immigration, and transgender rights
Press Release
Press Release

ACLU of Indiana Files Two Lawsuits Over Medical Neglect and Mistreatment of ICE Detainee at Miami Correctional Facility

After staff failed to administer essential epilepsy medication, he suffered a severe seizure and was pepper-sprayed hours later while recovering from his injuries
Know Your Rights
KYR Immigration

Know Your Rights: Immigration Enforcement

Know your rights if ICE or immigration officers show up. This resource offers practical guidance for individuals, schools, and businesses with Indiana's evolving immigration laws.
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Cases, Campaigns & Legislation


Legislation
Jan 16, 2026

Discrimination Against People from Countries Deemed Foreign Adversaries (SEA 256)

This law creates sweeping restrictions against people from countries that have been deemed as “foreign adversaries” by the federal government (including China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia), as well as any other country designated as a threat to critical infrastructure by the governor.
Status: Signed by Governor
Position: Oppose
Legislation
Feb 3, 2026

Anti-Immigrant & Enforcement Bills (SEA 76 & Others)

SEA 76 combines language from the other immigration bills and would expand enforcement by tightening “sanctuary” restrictions, mandating stronger cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), blurring the lines of state and local enforcement, and escalating penalties for anyone who doesn’t comply.
Status: Signed by Governor
Position: Oppose