Host of “What’s The Law,” Coralie Chun Matayoshi is helping break down what Hawaiʻi residents should know as concerns grow around immigration enforcement activity and reports of increased ICE presence. She says the most important thing people can do right now is understand their rights and stay informed, especially when it comes to what law enforcement can and cannot legally ask or do.
Matayoshi reminds residents that everyone has constitutional rights, regardless of immigration status. That includes the right to remain silent, the right to ask for a warrant, and the right to seek legal counsel. Knowing these basics can help people protect themselves and their families if they ever encounter immigration officers…