LEGAL 244 - American Indian Law:CD

1. Demonstrate an understanding of federal and state statutes and case law about American Indians and Tribes, including rules relating to treaty interpretation and legal status of Americans Indians and Tribal Governments.
2. Identify and apply constitutional concepts to American Indian Tribes including the commerce clause, due process, equal protection, and sovereignty, as well as the individual constitutional rights of American Indians under the Indian Civil Rights Act.
3. Identify and apply substantive and procedural legal requirements under the federal Indian Child Welfare Act and Violence Against Women Act, including regulations of state statutes and federal and state administrative regulations.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the civil and criminal jurisdiction of tribes in the area of civil law, criminal law, and regulations regarding tribal persons, tribal activities, and tribal lands.
5. Explore and apply a cultural, religious, and ethnic perspective of tribal laws, tribal rules, and tribal regulations to establish effective working relationships and to effectively interact in a multicultural setting.
6. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.