On the recordDecember 1, 2015
The Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 expanded sentencing authority for Tribes to allow them to prosecute non-Indian offenders in domestic violence.
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congress.govEditor's note · Context
Details legislation aimed at enhancing Tribal authority in domestic violence cases.
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