Rob Boudrie
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In practicality, it's not worth it due to the hassle factor and the possibility of extra-judicial punishment (seizure of the firearm; need to prepare a defense to make sure the tribal court understands if they do not have jurisdiction over a non-indian in the matter; adverse action by licensing officials elsehwere; etc.)
But....
If you're interested in talking legal theory, read Oliphant v. Squamish Indian Tribe (SCOTUS, 1978).
http://supreme.justia.com/us/435/191/case.html
But....
If you're interested in talking legal theory, read Oliphant v. Squamish Indian Tribe (SCOTUS, 1978).
http://supreme.justia.com/us/435/191/case.html
Syllabus - Indian tribal courts do not have inherent criminal jurisdiction to try and to punish non-Indians, and hence may not assume such jurisdiction unless specifically authorized to do so by Congress. Pp. 435 U. S. 195-212
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