What is Tribal Jurisdiction in Oklahoma?
Tribal sovereignty has long been a topic of debate in Oklahoma and across the United States. Native American tribes have consistently asserted their right to tribal sovereignty, which includes maintaining an independent government and enforcing tribal laws through their own courts. However, until recently, Oklahoma state courts claimed jurisdiction over…
Should I File a McGirt Motion to Dismiss My Case?
McGirt vs. Oklahoma – Should I File a McGirt Motion to Dismiss My Case? Hundreds, if not thousands of Oklahoma criminal defendants and convicts in Oklahoma may now be able to file a motion to dismiss their case due to a recent decision by the United States Supreme Court addressing…