The Washington State Patrol along with the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs, invites you to take part in the community outreach, in Tulalip, WA, regarding missing Native American women.
Research
Eighth Circuit Briefs in Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe v. Gerlach
ILPC/TICA 15th Annual Indigenous Law Conference: Pre-Conference Activities
If you’re headed to the banks of the Red Cedar for our Indigenous Law Conference, consider coming early for exciting pre-conference activities!
The Tribal Intern Recruitment & Information Session is a chance for students to network with Tribal In-House Counsel. After, all registrants are welcome to join us downtown East Lansing for a full dinner reception at Beggar’s Banquet.
Register for the conference today!
CILA’s Annual Conference and Gala
The California Indian Law Association’s Annual Conference and Gala
October 11-12, 2018
Register now: http://www.calindianlaw.org/
Split Eighth Circuit Stays Lower Court Order Favoring Indian Voting Rights
GAO Report on Native Youth Involvement in the Juvenile Justice System
However, more Native American youth were involved in the federal system than their percentage in the nationwide population (1.6 percent). For example, of all youth arrested by federal entities during the period, 18 percent were Native American. According to Department of Justice (DOJ) officials, this is due to federal jurisdiction over certain crimes involving Native Americans. Comprehensive data on Native American youth involvement in tribal justice systems were not available for analysis. GAO’s analysis showed several differences between Native American and non-Native American youth in the federal justice system. For example, the majority of Native American youths’ involvement was for offenses against a person, such as assault and sex offenses. In contrast, the majority of non-Native American youths’ involvement was for public order offenses (e.g., immigration violations) or drug or alcohol offenses. On the other hand, in state and local justice systems, the involvement of Native American and non-Native American youth showed many similarities, such as similar offenses for each group.
via Indianz
Friday Job Announcements
Job vacancies are posted on Fridays. Any posts received prior to 12pm EST on Friday will appear in that Friday’s announcements. If you would like to submit a post for an Indian law or leadership job, please send a brief description of the job and a PDF job announcement to indigenous@law.msu.edu.
The Nisqually Indian Tribe
Prosecuting Attorney and General Tribal Attorney, WA. The selected applicant will have a working knowledge of the Tribal Constitution and federal law and will provide legal advice to the Nisqually Tribal Council. These are full-time, contract positions. Please see the Requests for Proposals and instructions for more information or click here.
Pipestem Law
Associate Attorney, Tulsa, OK. Seeking an associate attorney to join a team focused on representation of tribal governments and tribal enterprises, as well as advocacy on legal issues related to the protection of Native women. Please see the job description for more information.
The Nature Conservancy
Indigenous Lands Specialist, Brazil. The Indigenous Lands Management Specialist develops, manages and advances conservation programs, plans and methods for Indigenous Territories in the Amazon Basin and other macro regions in Brazil. Please see the job description for more information.
The Indigenous Genre Project
Entertainment Contracts Attorney. This media company seeks to empower, amplify, and redefine Native Americans and Indigenous Peoples in popular culture. Native-owned and operated, the Project grounds itself in the belief that our stories are for everybody, but have gone largely untold. Within our communities lie thousands of years worth of heroes, villains, lovers, monsters, and political strife. Tapping into our rich histories, we are developing a slate of genre film and television projects that celebrates indigenous people, and engages non-native viewers in an emotional journey that engenders empathy for our experiences and gives a revolutionary glimpse into the stories of the land we stand on.
Knowledge of standards and practices used in television and film, and contracts related to writers, directors, producers, and intellectual property as we interface with major agencies and buyers is needed. Please contact Kapena Baptista (kapenabaptista@gmail.com) for more information.
Legal Aid of Western Michigan
Executive Director, MI. Legal Aid of Western Michigan (LAWM) seeks an Executive Director to lead this non-profit organization in its mission to secure justice and protect rights of low-income individuals unable to obtain and pay for legal services in civil matters by the provision of high quality legal representation and counsel. Applications close October 15, 2018. Please see the job description for more information.
DNA-People’s Legal Services, Inc.
See below for more information about available positions. To apply, send resume with references, cover letter, and writing samples to HResources@dnalegalservices.org.
Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians
General Counsel, Sault Ste. Marie, MI. The General Counsel works under the primary supervision and direction of the Tribal Board to provide legal advice and representation to the Board and to the various governmental programs, departments, and enterprises of the Tribe. Application is open until full. Please see the job description for more information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS)/ Director’s Office
Tribal Affairs Director, Salem OR. The chosen candidate will provide leadership in developing, coordinating and monitoring and evaluating program activities of the department to assure that the relationship between the department and each of the nine federally recognized Tribes of Oregon is built on trust, mutual respect, and an understanding of government to government sovereignty. Please see the job description for more information.
Postings from September 14, 2018.
The 25th Annual Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference
The 25th Annual Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference will take place on March 28-29, 2019, at the University of Washington School of Law in Seattle. The Conference Planning Committee is now seeking proposals on topics related to dispute resolution for this exciting multi-track conference.
To be considered for inclusion in our program, please submit your proposal(s) to the committee no later than Monday, October 15, 2018. Our Request For for Proposals (RFP) as well as previous conference programs are available on our website.
DOJ Justice Manual — Indian Country Provisions
Earlier this week the Department of Justice replaced the US Attorneys’ Manual with the new Justice Manual. [Miigwetch to Chris Chaney for the tip.]
Here:
| Indian Jurisdiction | |
| Indian Country—Introduction | Criminal Resource Manual at 674 |
| Investigative Jurisdiction | Criminal Resource Manual at 675 |
| MOU re Indian Law Enforcement Reform Act | Criminal Resource Manual at 676 |
| Indian Country Defined | Criminal Resource Manual at 677 |
| The General Crimes Act—18 U.S.C. § 1152 | Criminal Resource Manual at 678 |
| The Major Crimes Act—18 U.S.C. § 1153 | Criminal Resource Manual at 679 |
| Lesser Included Offenses Under 18 U.S.C. § 1153 | Criminal Resource Manual at 680 |
| Indian Jurisdiction—Tribal Options | Criminal Resource Manual at 681 |
| Successive Prosecutions | Criminal Resource Manual at 682 |
| “Victimless Crimes” | Criminal Resource Manual at 683 |
| Memorandum for Benjamin R. Civiletti Re Jurisdiction Over “Victimless” Crimes Committed by Non-indians on Indian Reservations | Criminal Resource Manual at 684 |
| Exclusive Federal Jurisdiction Over Offenses by Non-Indians Against Indians | Criminal Resource Manual at 685 |
| Who is an “Indian”? | Criminal Resource Manual at 686 |
| Tribal Court Jurisdiction | Criminal Resource Manual at 687 |
| State Jurisdiction | Criminal Resource Manual at 688 |
| Jurisdictional Summary | Criminal Resource Manual at 689 |
| Embezzlement and Theft from Tribal Organization | Criminal Resource Manual at 690 |
| Indian Gaming | Criminal Resource Manual at 691 |
Sturgeon v. Frost II Background Materials
Merits Briefs:
National Parks Conservation Association Amicus Brief
Alaska Native Subsistence Users Amicus Brief
Cert Stage Briefs:
Alaska Amicus Brief in Support of Cert Petition
Federal Brief in Opposition to Cert
Lower court materials:
Opinion in Sturgeon v. Masica.
Mentasta Traditional Village et al Brief
Materials in Sturgeon v. Frost I:
Turtle Talk 
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