VAWA
What does VAWA stand for?
Violence Against Women Act
What power does Major Crimes Act grant the federal government? (Towards what group of people)
gives power to the federal government when regarding certain crimes committed by Indigenous on native land
Do some Indigenous people have a justice/court system
Yes
When was WAVA reauthorized
2022
When was the Major Crimes Act Passed
1885
Name two laws that affect tribal justice. (One gives power, one takes away power)
VAWA & Major Crimes Act
Name 1 crime VAWA covers
domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking
Name 2 crimes Major Crimes Act covers
murder, manslaughter, rape, assault with intent to kill, arson, burglary, and larceny
What was the ruling in Oliphant v. Suquamish (1978)
Tribal courts cannot prosecute non-Indigenous people who have committed crimes on native land
Why was the Indigenous portion of VAWA created?
It strengthens the ability of tribes and communities to address MMIWG2S+ cases by allowing them to face Indigenous justice
Why was it passed?
deemed these crimes serious enough that they would have to interfere with the Indigenous justice system and felt that criminals who committed these crimes should be punished accordingly.
What is the maximum tribal court sentencing under Tribal Law and Order Act (TLOA)
3 years per offence, with a maximum of 9 years for sentence stacking and a maximum fine of $15,000 per offence