Tribal Criminal Jurisdictional Authority Impact on Indigenous People's Safety and Access to Justice: A Multiple-Case Study
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Authors
Trueblood, Karim
Issue Date
2024
Type
Thesis
Language
en_US
Keywords
Ignatian Leadership , Indigenous , Justice , Policy Analysis , Social Justice , Tribal Governments
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Abstract
The Dissertation in Practice (DIP) implements a qualitative multiple-case study to investigate the patchwork of legislation and policy impacting Indigenous people’s safety and access to justice. The study focuses on the complexities arising from Public Law 280 (PL 280), including four unique case studies bounded by jurisdictional authority; Alaska and California represent PL 280 and Oklahoma and South Dakota non-PL 280. The cases are guided by the complex interplay of Lands and Laws, Law Enforcement, Courts, and Data Sharing. Additionally, ten expert attorneys were interviewed to provide unique professional insights. Through cross-case analysis, the study highlights the obscure and conflicting dynamics affecting tribal criminal jurisdictional authority. The study proposes two strategies: the Knowledge Nexus Project and the Sovereign-State Safe Accord Initiative. The Knowledge Nexus Project proposes to establish an accessible and user-friendly online hub to centralize information, while the Sovereign-State Safe Accord Initiative seeks to establish an Indigenous-led coalition to advocate for legislative reform. Preliminary implementation plans prioritize structure and flexibility. Furthermore, the study recognizes the need to embrace the humanity of Indigenous people through a spiritual and Ignatian leadership paradigm. Implementing collaboration, discernment, reflection, compassion, cultural awareness, and religious tolerance to shape Indigenous-centered alternatives. Respecting Indigenous culture and traditions, empowering tribal sovereignty, and promoting the right to self-government are means to foster reconciliation and work towards a more equitable and just future.
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2024
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Creighton University
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