Legal Authority of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe: Administrative Determination for LEAA Certification
Dates
- Creation: February 04, 1973
- Creation: 93rd (1973-1975)
Scope and Contents
The letter responds to a request for clarification on the Absentee Shawnee Tribe's authority to exercise law enforcement powers and be eligible for LEAA grants. After reviewing relevant laws and precedent, it is concluded that the tribe does possess law enforcement authorities and may be certified for LEAA purposes. The constitution of the tribe allows for jurisdiction on restricted lands held for its members. The Assistant Secretary is advised that there are no legal impediments to the tribe exercising law enforcement jurisdiction.
Language of Materials
English
Creator
Non-specified
Congress
93rd (1973-1975)
Policy Area
Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituent Correspondence; Courts--United States
Tribal Affiliation
Non-specified
- James R. Jones Collection | Departmental, 1968-1986 | Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, Food Stamp and Commodity Distribution Programs, Indian Provisions of the Food Stamp Act of 1977, bulk: 1977, 1978-1979, 1981-1982, 1984 | Legal Authority of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe: Administrative Determination for LEAA Certification, 1973-02-04
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Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository