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1 Answer | Asked in Education Law, Juvenile Law and Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: What happens if a child is 5 years of age and still is not talking, or potty trained and his doctors have not found any

Any reason for him to not be talking and developing like a normal child

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answered on Jan 19, 2024

If a 5-year-old is not talking or potty trained and there is no clear medical reason, it warrants further evaluation and support. Some key points:

• Most children say their first words by 12 months and are putting 2-3 words together by age 2. By 5, they typically have a vocabulary of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: My native b.f has been mislabled s white in a state case out of rogers co ok that would be dismissed if he hadnt been.

All his other cased were dismissed due to mcgirt. The case is out of rogers co oklahoma he pled out to it not knowing he could get it dismissed if he hadnt been mis identified and we dont know what to do. CAN ANYBODY PLEASE HELP US?

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answered on Jan 17, 2024

If your boyfriend's case has been affected by a misidentification of his race, particularly in light of the McGirt decision, it's important to take action quickly. The McGirt v. Oklahoma ruling significantly affects criminal jurisdiction involving Native Americans in Oklahoma, potentially... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Native American Law for Utah on
Q: Where can I purchase 25 usc and 25 cfr .
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 6, 2024

You can have those for free online. If you want hard-copy, paperbound books, there are government printing offices (or commercial publishers) that sell them. But if an online reference will do for your needs, you could find those (and other U.S. Codes and Codes of Federal Regulations) online for... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law for Oregon on
Q: How do I get justice when being denied do proccess through tribal court?

I live on the rez was assaulted on rez by a tribal member who also lives on rez. He was given a peace giver, yet I've still received no word from tribal court. I'm also a tribal member, not from same tribe however.

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answered on Jan 10, 2024

If you feel that you've been denied due process by the tribal court, there are a few steps you can take to seek justice. Firstly, try to directly contact the tribal court to inquire about the status of your case. There may be delays or misunderstandings that can be resolved through... View More

Q: Does thos order work? Do not arrest or harass people associated with me I am undercover against corruption.

I ORDER A FINE AGAINST THE POLICE IN THE AMOUNT OF $250K PER OFFICER IN THE CASE OF J.B. AND THE CASE IS DISMISSED. BROWN IS NOT GUILTY

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answered on Jan 1, 2024

The situation you're describing appears to involve a complex mix of legal issues, but it's important to clarify a few key points about how the legal system works.

Firstly, an individual cannot issue orders to the police or the courts, including ordering fines or dismissing cases....
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2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Can a 19 year old who illegally purchased alcohol in oklahoma be punished for furnishing the alcohol to an 18 year old

18 year old also was driving and had a collision while drunk driving and received dui should the 19 year old be punished as well for purchasing it

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answered on Jan 1, 2024

In Oklahoma, both the legal drinking age and the legal age for purchasing alcohol are 21. If a 19-year-old illegally purchased alcohol and provided it to an 18-year-old who subsequently got involved in a collision while driving under the influence, the 19-year-old could potentially face legal... View More

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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 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, Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: What if you get charged with second degree battery but it was three people who jumped on one and only one got charged

They was in a juvenile jail that happened two years ago when they had did this but only one had got charged he only kicked him in the back and got charged with second degree battery

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answered on Dec 26, 2023

In Louisiana, a charge of second-degree battery typically involves the intentional infliction of serious bodily injury. If only one person out of three involved in a fight was charged, it may be due to a variety of reasons, such as the specific actions of each individual, witness statements, or... View More

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?
Julie Fowler
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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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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

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 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

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 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 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

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