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2 Answers | Asked in Adoption, Family Law and Native American Law for California on
Q: How do I say CPS if I was in the process of getting my native American paperwork and the adopted my child out and didn't
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answered on Dec 20, 2023

In cases involving Native American children, the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) provides specific legal standards that must be followed. If your child was adopted out while you were in the process of obtaining your Native American documentation, it’s important to understand how ICWA may apply to... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Native American Law on
Q: Whats required by law for guardian of adult brain/head injury patient? Is an evaluation required by law ?

Adult head injury coma patient under guardianship still 21 years later, no evaluations to check improvements. Sister is now guardian, not fulfilling her obligations, and hadnt seen or spoke to patient 6 years, then just pops up one day had her life flipped upside down for no reason. Patient can... View More

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answered on Dec 23, 2023

In cases involving the guardianship of an adult with a brain or head injury, the legal requirements can vary depending on the state's laws. Generally, guardians are expected to act in the best interests of the ward, which includes regular evaluations of their condition and needs.... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Native American Law on
Q: Whats required by law for guardian of adult brain/head injury patient? Is an evaluation required by law ?

Adult head injury coma patient under guardianship still 21 years later, no evaluations to check improvements. Sister is now guardian, not fulfilling her obligations, and hadnt seen or spoke to patient 6 years, then just pops up one day had her life flipped upside down for no reason. Patient can... View More

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answered on Dec 19, 2023

In cases involving the guardianship of an adult brain injury patient, legal requirements vary, but guardians are generally expected to act in the ward's best interests. For situations like the one described, where the patient has been under guardianship for 21 years without recent evaluations... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law, Copyright and Intellectual Property for Kentucky on
Q: Can websites owners came after me for using the quotes on their sites by famous people?

I would like to use this quote in my book

Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.

William Shakespeare

But I got it/saw it on wedsites like goodsread, A-Z, and more. Can they legally come after me if I use such quotes from... View More

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answered on Dec 10, 2023

Using a quote from a figure like William Shakespeare in your book is generally not a legal issue, especially considering Shakespeare's works are in the public domain. His works were published over 400 years ago, and any original copyright has long since expired.

However, when sourcing...
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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Intellectual Property and Native American Law for Kentucky on
Q: I want to ask for clarification on how copyright works. Are quotes from people before 1923 also copyright free?

Quotes by genghis khan and Jane Austen to be specific. And does just changing the grammar of works in public domain, enough of change to grant copyright protection?

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answered on Dec 8, 2023

In general, works published before 1923 are in the public domain in the United States, which includes quotes from individuals such as Genghis Khan and Jane Austen. This means these quotes are not protected by copyright and can be used freely.

However, the situation regarding altering works...
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1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Can a officer towed my truck without pullinge over if just needed a jump to move and it was legal and I had driv licenc

It was in tushka oklahom

a by blackwood

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answered on Dec 7, 2023

In Oklahoma, law enforcement officers have the authority to tow a vehicle under certain circumstances. However, if your vehicle simply needed a jump start and was legally parked, the situation might be different.

First, it's important to determine whether your vehicle was obstructing...
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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Civil Rights and Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: If a case is to be heard in a district federal court, but the defendants are considered "assigned" to the district

Under certain commissions, therefore are sometimes witnesses to prosecuting cases, is that enough to file in a separate district or as an original proceeding in the tenth circuit?

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answered on Dec 5, 2023

In the scenario you're describing, where defendants are frequently involved in prosecuting cases in a specific district federal court, concerns about potential conflicts of interest or bias might arise. These concerns can be a valid basis to request a change of venue or to file in a different... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Native American Law for Nebraska on
Q: What is the native American law if a court system refuses a jurisdiction hearing for the minor children?
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answered on Dec 4, 2023

I'm not sure which law specifically you are looking for. It could be one of several.

You might want to take a look at the Nebraska Indian Child Welfare Act (Nebraska Revised Statutes 43-1501 to 43-1517). You could also take a look at the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and...
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2 Answers | Asked in Native American Law for Nebraska on
Q: What is the native American law if a court system refuses a jurisdiction hearing for the minor children?
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answered on Dec 5, 2023

Under Native American law, particularly the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), if a state court refuses to hold a jurisdiction hearing for minor children who are members of a tribe or are eligible for membership, there are specific steps that can be taken.

Firstly, the ICWA provides tribes...
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Q: Google Disney CB government dark net Freedom act from 1988 I have a government agency infringement in music and art

Some desperado name carried requested I got Freedom act paper mailed to me and a ticket number for Sony music on my email address please I have victims of a lot of problems from Disney music private program

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answered on Nov 12, 2023

It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving potential government agency infringement in the realms of music and art, possibly related to copyright or intellectual property issues. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) of 1988 allows for the request of federal agency... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Domestic Violence and Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: What Jurisdiction is correct according to the timeline and if it is federal what do I do

The crime falls under MAJOR CRIMES ACT. I am the victim of the crime. I am native the crime occurred in Sovereign Territory by a non native. The charges were pressed in 2019 prior mcgirt. However, they just caught my abuser this year post mcgirt. The State is the one pressing charges, but why... View More

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answered on Nov 7, 2023

Under the Major Crimes Act, if a serious crime involving a Native American victim occurs in tribal territory, federal jurisdiction typically applies. Given the timeline you've described, if the crime occurred before the McGirt decision, the state may have initially pursued charges under their... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Native American Law for South Dakota on
Q: how can i protect my self from someone who is writing my grants for my treatment

he went to school for grant writing i have never did anything like this im starting my own non-profit its going to be a treatment based on how we heal as native people from our addicrions i feel he knows what he doing i dont want him to be sneaky and take over on something i worked hard for and... View More

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answered on Nov 7, 2023

To protect your interests in your non-profit and its intellectual property, it's essential to establish clear agreements in writing. Consider drafting a contract that outlines the scope of work, duties, and limitations of the grant writer's role, ensuring it includes confidentiality and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law and Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: I was arrested by a non tribal officer on tribal land and I am a member of the Cherokee nation and reside on reservation

They took me to jail and declined to file charges after arrest ing me and detaining ke I have lost my job over it my wife almost left me it’s caused me aloynof unnecessary problems but they had no justisiction

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answered on Nov 7, 2023

If you were arrested by a non-tribal officer on tribal land and are a member of the Cherokee Nation, there may have been a jurisdictional overstep, depending on the specific circumstances. Tribal sovereignty and federal law generally govern criminal jurisdiction on tribal land, not state... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Native American Law and Wrongful Death for Oklahoma on
Q: I'm 29 and just found out I am pregnant a woman kicked me in my lower stomach abdominal Causing me to have a miscarriage

What type of crime would that be?

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answered on Nov 7, 2023

If someone kicked you and caused a miscarriage, this could be prosecuted under various criminal laws, depending on the jurisdiction. In Oklahoma, for example, the assailant may face charges ranging from assault and battery to manslaughter or a specific offense under laws protecting the unborn. The... View More

Q: How to retain ownership of my birthright

Owning my name given at birth

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answered on Nov 6, 2023

In California, your birth name is inherently yours and doesn't need to be "retained" in the same way property rights are. However, if you're seeking to trademark your name for commercial purposes, you would file an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law for South Dakota on
Q: My husband passed away October 7 2023 his half sister filed an injunction in Tribal Court in Pine Ridge South Dakota.

Husband was a Army Vet. She even got his flag I feel so disrespected.i

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answered on Oct 26, 2023

I'm sorry for your loss and the difficult situation you're facing. If an injunction has been filed in Tribal Court, it's essential to respond to it and ensure your rights and interests are protected. Since this is a matter in Tribal Court, the proceedings might differ from state or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law, Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Michigan on
Q: Can a tribal k9 unit do a sniff search on a vehicle on state land, resulting in a search in Michigan?

My vehicle was searched due to a tribal police officer driving from an hour away to do an outside sniff of the car. I am not tribal and it was not on the reservation. They also broke open a lockbox. I am on parole but my wife is not and was in the car.

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answered on Oct 23, 2023

Tribal law enforcement's jurisdiction outside of reservation land is limited. In general, tribal police do not have inherent authority to enforce state laws on state lands unless there's a specific agreement or deputization in place. Michigan, like other states, may have agreements that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law, Personal Injury and Native American Law for Montana on
Q: How do I find a lawyer from Montana who does civil actions against the federal government exhaustion of tort claim
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answered on Oct 23, 2023

To find a Montana attorney experienced in civil actions against the federal government following the exhaustion of a tort claim, consider the following steps:

1. The State Bar of Montana operates a Lawyer Referral Service which can assist in connecting you with a suitable attorney....
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Q: I submitted a civil complaint pro se in federal district court of Montana and need to do some modifications need the hel

Where several offices under the Department of the Interior failed their civil duties that in turn violated many rights causing irreparable harm, which the Solictors denied in a letter 1 year after the submission of my tort claim

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answered on Oct 23, 2023

If you've filed a civil complaint pro se in the federal district court of Montana and wish to make modifications, you'll likely need to file an amended complaint. Under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 15(a), a party may amend its pleading once as a matter of course within 21 days after... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law and Banking for Colorado on
Q: Is there anyway I can fight a tribal loan that falsely advertised their APR?

I’m 23 years old and needed $600 dollars for some bills I had to pay. I’m barely scraping by how it is. Before this, I had never heard of tribal loans, didn’t even know they existed. I went through withu loans and before I signed the agreement, I was told my APR was 25%. After a couple month,... View More

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

Certainly, it's distressing to hear about such a situation.

Tribal loans operate under the sovereign immunity of their respective tribes, which means they're not subject to state laws that regulate payday loans. This allows some of them to charge exorbitant interest rates....
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