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​​​​​​​Legal Rights

​Legal Support for Students

Santa Ana College is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for all students. If you need legal help, the resources below are here to assist you.

You can also visit the Student Welcome Center at Centennial Education Center for more resources and support.

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Family Preparedness Workshops

Santa Ana College is offering free​​​ Family Preparedness Workshops. They are being held in the A building every Saturday for the Spring semester. ​​Sign up today for more legal information and resources!

Useful Videos:

Check out the "We have Rights Video Series​" to learn how to handle situations with Immigration or ICE. These videos offer clear and practical advice.
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​Organizations Offering Legal Support​​
​​Immigration Legal Resource Center

The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) is a national nonprofit resource center that provides immigration legal trainings, technical assistance, and educational materials, and engages in advocacy and immigrant civic engagement to advance immigrant rights.​ 

There are many great resources on the site including a list of trusted legal help in various areas throughout the country. 

Website:ilrc.org​
Community Legal Aid SoCAL

Community Legal Aid SoCal fights injustice and advocates for social, economic, and racial equity by providing compassionate, holistic, and impactful legal services. The SAC Legal Studi​es Department partners with this organization to provide various workshops around the year. 

Community Legal Aid Hotline: 800-834-5001

Communitylegalsocal.org
Council of Mexican Federations in North America (COFEM)
The Council of Mexican Federations in North America (COFEM) is dedicated to advancing the Latino community through public policy, community organizing, education, and cultural projects.

COFEM has great programs to provide legal assistance and referrals on issues of citizenship and residency. They also support immigrant families through educational scholarships and emergency support. Families
​CHIRLA (The Coalition for Humane Human Rights)

CHIRLA was founded in 1986 to advance the human and civil rights of immigrants and refugees.​ The 'My Rights Hub' provides useful information around one's legal rights in English and Spanish. There is also a hotline. The number is listed below. 

Rapid Response Hotline: 888-624-4752

Website: chirla.org

Local Citizenship Agencies

​The following organizations offer free or low-cost immigration and citizenship services in Orange and Los Angeles Counties:​

World Relief Southern CA

Find Your Ally

BPSOS Center for Community Advancement - Serving the Vietnamese community in Orange County

Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) ​- Serving Orange County and Los Angeles County

Pars Equality Center 

The Cambodian Family


Ready to become a U.S. Citizen?

Ready to become a U.S. citizen?
Join our free citizenship classes​​ to prepare for your citizenship exam and interview. Classes are available both online and in-person.