1978 Senate Committee Memorandum on Tribal Jurisdiction in Western Oklahoma, 1977-09-06

Item — Box: 36, Folder: 10

Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0026

Scope and Contents

The document discusses opinions and memorandums regarding tribal jurisdiction on trust lands in Western Oklahoma, specifically for the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes and the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. The Assistant Solicitor's opinion holds that the trust allotments in the former Oklahoma territory are considered Indian country for tribal and Federal jurisdiction. The document also mentions funding implications and the eligibility of the tribes for LEAA funds. The conclusion is that both tribes possess law enforcement authorities and may be certified as eligible for LEAA grants.

Dates

Creation: 1977-09-06

Creator

From the Collection: Bartlett, Dewey F., 1919-1979 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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