Indian Law Definition:

Treaties, statutes, executive orders, court decisions and administrative actions defining and implementing the relationship between national, state or proivincial governments, and Indian tribes and individuals.

Related Terms: Indian, Indian Canon

In State v Davids, Madam Justice Janine Geske of the Supreme Court of Wisconsin wrote:

"Indian law is described as the body of jurisprudence created by treaties, statutes, executive orders, court decisions and administrative action defining and implementing the relationship among the United States, Indian tribes and individuals, and the states."

REFERENCES:

  • State v. Davids, 534 NW 2d 70 (1995)

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