Undocumented Immigrants Legal Rights

Summary

Undocumented immigrants in the United States, including Oklahoma, have certain rights due to constitutional protections and federal laws. These include the right to due process and equal protection under the 14th Amendment, access to emergency medical care under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), and the right to public education for children as established by the Supreme Court case Plyler v. Doe (1982). These rights are based on principles of fairness and human dignity, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of immigration status, are afforded certain protections.

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Could you explain why? I thought that these rights only applied to people here legally.
In the United States, certain rights apply to all individuals, regardless of their immigration status, due to constitutional protections and federal laws. These rights stem from the principles of fairness and human dignity. For example:
- The 14th Amendment guarantees due process and equal protection under the law to all "persons," not just citizens.
- Emergency medical care is mandated by the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).
- The Supreme Court case Plyler v. Doe (*) ensures undocumented children have access to public education.
Is there a specific situation you're dealing with?