American Indian Tribal Law
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Nearly every American Indian tribe has its own laws and courts. Taken together, these courts decide thousands of cases. Many span the full panoply of law--from criminal, civil, and probate cases, to divorce and environmental disputes.American Indian Tribal Law, now in its Second Edition, surveys the full spectrum of tribal justice systems. With cases, notes, and historical context, this text is ideal for courses on American Indian Law or Tribal Governments--and an essential orientation to legal practice within tribal jurisdictions.
New to the Second Edition:
A new chapter on professional responsibility and the regulation of lawyers in tribal jurisdictions Enhanced materials on Indian child welfareAdditional materials on tribal laws that incorporate Indigenous language and cultureAdditional examples from tribal justice systems and practiceRecent and noteworthy cases from tribal courtsProfessors and students will benefit from:
A broad survey of dispute resolution systems within tribal jurisdictionsA review of recent flashpoints in tribal law, such as internal tribal political matters, including intractable citizenship and election disputesenhanced criminal jurisdiction over nonmembers and non-Indianstribal constitutional reform, including a case study on the White Earth Nation Cases and material reflecting a wide range of American Indian tribes and legal issuesExcerpts and commentary from a wellspring of current scholarshipFormat:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:154381364X
ISBN13:9781543813647
Release Date:February 2020
Publisher:Aspen Publishing
Length:934 Pages
Weight:3.49 lbs.
Dimensions:1.8" x 7.0" x 10.0"
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