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I have had different numbers calling me claiming it is zest financial the call hangs up and. I have tribal lenders harassing me through email such as loan at last plain green loans and Makwa finance and big picture loans. I am going through a financial hardship and I’m trying my best to get back... View More 
answered on Apr 12, 2023
If you want, set your phone and email so that phone calls are not answered, and emails are put in your spam folder.
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Whereas by the mutual Discontents, Complaints, Jealousies and Fears of English and Indians, occasioned by the Violent Intrusions of divers English into their Lands, forcing the Indians by way of Revenge, to kill the Cattel and Hogs of the English, whereby Offence and Injuries being... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2023
If you have any questions regarding these and other Tribal land issues, you can contact the BIA or Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington DC, and they can respond to your questions and concerns Good Luck!
answered on Nov 2, 2022
Research the various tribes, determine to whom you want to donate the land and then transfer the property to the donee.
answered on Oct 8, 2022
It depends. Currently, Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta, a majority of five justices sided with the state of Oklahoma, finding that state governments have the legal jurisdiction to prosecute non-Native citizens for crimes committed against Native citizens on sovereign tribal lands.
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answered on Oct 3, 2022
If you are posting this question to find out what you can do have the records expunged, you will first need to apply for a pardon or wait. Assuming you conviction was for a non-violent crime, you will likely qualify to have the records expunged five years after your sentence ended (so in 2026).... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2022
You are free to consider yourself whatever you want. However, you will remain subject to all rules, laws, and expectations that apply to everyone else....including tribal members.
Deterring from the use of a blank pleading page, what other forms are there?
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answered on Aug 30, 2022
You need a notice of motion, motion, and sometimes a memorandum of points and authorities. You also need to serve it on the opposing side and reserve a hearing date. You would also sometimes want to draft a proposed order. You would also make sure that it is used on pleading paper.
The land assignment has been passed down after my grandfather passed who was also chief.
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answered on Aug 16, 2022
I would strongly recommend finding a good tribal lawyer who is familiar with tribal law, particularly landlord-tenant issues. This is a niche area of law and it is important that you find quality legal representation.
Was admitted to me I didn't get a position I applied for was due to my teeth, witch is caused by my disability. Over my 7 years experience and went with 2 year employee I trained. They refuse to fallow ADA, making policies to overlook my position and over looking policies to suit themselves.... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2022
It is illegal to discriminate based upon disability. Denying you a promotion (in favor of non-disabled person) and requiring only you to work weekends (while letting the non-disabled people have weekends off) may be evidence of discrimination. These cases are very fact specific. You should consult... View More
What should I say in court? Should we both get a lawyer? Will this go on our record?
answered on Jul 19, 2022
It really depends. There is nothing necessarily requiring you to have a lawyer as a victim; however, if there is the possibility of a civil suit for damages against the dog's owner, you may want to seriously consider having a lawyer present so that they can also communicate with the prosecutor... View More
My mother was at least half Cherokee Indian and she was born in Menifee County Kentucky to A.R. in 1939. My half sister still lives on the land and she always refuses to give me any information
answered on Jun 15, 2022
You would need to re-post your question under Kentucky since the property is located in Kentucky. The laws are different from state to state. Unless the land is tribal land and your mother was a registered member of the tribe or there is some special law in the State of Kentucky regarding Native... View More
I’m a citizen of the Chickasaw nation. Charged with Misd. Possession of Controlled Substance. Evidence was sent to Oklahoma Bureau of Investigation’s lab to test the substance. My case is being heard in tribal court with my tribe, not the state of Oklahoma. Would OSBI’s results be valid in my... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2022
Hello,
The answer to your question is, yes. The OBI's lab is generally used for most cases throughout Oklahoma, including tribal courts. This discussion does not constitute legal advice, and it is recommended that you speak with your personal attorney regarding this matter.
With the last election we are having some problems with some people wanting to run a whole community out of their homes. One neighborhood above my home, and mine and my neighbors. There is a company that wants to build 600 homes behind our houses. you know I can't tell them what to do with... View More
answered on May 16, 2022
Your question sounds like it could involve a number of different legal areas, and you await a response for two weeks. The short answer is that you and your neighbors could consider a consult with a law firm that has experience with class actions. It would be difficult for an attorney to offer... View More
She was estranged from her siblings. They don't want to deal with any of the things that need to happen after someone dies. They've told me I can have her possessions; I know she does not have anything of much value. Is there a way that I can take over here final affairs from the... View More
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answered on Apr 18, 2022
It is difficult to answer your question without knowing exactly what comprises your friend’s estate. But, yes, it is possible for you to be appointed by the court to handle the distribution of her estate. That will probably require the siblings to sign consents. Also, understand that you will... View More
that had stopped to wait for a spot my fault? car pointing in opposite direction for flow out parking area. Normally there are no cars behind those spaces. I did look but in blind spot. two scratches. for some reason said lets not report he got estimate for 1000.
1) caseworker said if I'm negative I don't need to take drug test or treatment
2) there was no violence in my home
3) I am enrolled in a tribe and proof I'm native American
4) I done all my classes and completed them I paid for my classes. Got proof for that... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2022
If you submit this evidence at the trial level you can use it in your , It would be wise to hire a lawyer.
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answered on Mar 7, 2022
No
He said he had probable cause but they all say that and that he was allowed to search the vehicle. He found a bowl worth of marijuana and threatened me with a felony cause he told me since I'm a tribal member on tribal land it's a felony to have marijuana
answered on Feb 22, 2022
It depends on the agencies. There are agencies that are cross-commissioned which means the “city” cop may also be a tribal cop as well.
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answered on Jan 27, 2022
Most real estate attorneys and all title companies can do a search for land in your father's name or in your name (if already transferred). If the land is still in your father's name, you need a probate attorney to help you get it retitled.
answered on Jan 13, 2022
more info is needed.
if a sheriff is in pursuit, he could do so.
as a rule, it is beyond their jurisdiction and they are usually called by the tribe for booking.
however, some crimes are prosecuted by the Indian Tribe, and if so you should get a criminal lawyer with... View More
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