Author Description
The Rights of Indians and Tribes explains Federal Indian Law in a conversational manner, yet is highly authoritative, containing over 2000 footnotes with citations to relevant court decisions, statutes, and agency regulations. Since its initial publication in 1983 it has sold over 150,000 copies. It is user-friendly and particularly helpful for tribal advocates, students, government officials, lawyers, and members of the general public.The book uses a question-and-answer format and covers every important subject impacting Indians and tribes today and discusses which governments-tribal, state, and federal-have authority on Indian reservations. This fully-updated fifth edition provides a Foreword by John Echohawk, Director of the Native American Rights Fund, and covers the most significant legal issues facing Indians and Indian tribes. This includes the regulation of non-Indians on reservations, definitions of important legal terms, Indian treaties, the Indian Civil Rights Act, the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, and the Indian Child Welfare Act.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the complex legal framework governing the rights of Native American tribes and individuals within the United States. Author Stephen L. Pevar, a seasoned civil rights attorney, utilizes his extensive experience in federal Indian law to synthesize a vast array of statutes, court decisions, and agency regulations. The book presents this information through a structured question-and-answer format designed to clarify the jurisdictional boundaries between tribal, state, and federal authorities.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive analysis of the Indian Civil Rights Act, the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, and the Indian Child Welfare Act.
- Detailed examination of treaty rights and the legal status of tribal sovereignty.
- Over 2000 footnotes providing direct citations to primary legal sources.
- Guidance on the regulation of non-Indians residing on reservation lands.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on federal law and does not provide exhaustive coverage of specific state-level tribal statutes.
- It serves as a legal overview rather than a substitute for individual legal counsel in specific litigation.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Legal professionals and tribal advocates frequently cite this work as a foundational resource due to its accessibility and rigorous documentation. Experts highlight the text for its ability to distill dense federal regulations into a format that remains useful for both practitioners and the general public.
Page Count:
560
Publication Date:
2024-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190077557
ISBN-13:
9780190077556
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