The rights of Indians and tribes : the basic ACLU guide to Indian and tribal rights

This informative guide thoroughly discusses the legal powers of Indian tribes; civil and criminal jurisdiction on Indian reservations; Indian hunting, fishing, and water rights; taxation in Indian country; the Indian Civil Rights Act; the Indian Child Welfare Act; and tribal jurisdiction over non-Indians. Previous Edition, 1st, Published In 1983. A History Of Federal Indian Policy -- Definitions: Indian, Indian Tribe, Indian Country, And Indian Title -- The Trust Responsibility -- Indian Treaties -- Federal Power Over Indian Affairs -- Tribal Self-government -- State Power Over Indian Affairs -- Criminal Jurisdiction In Indian Country -- Civil Jurisdiction In Indian Country -- Taxation -- Hunting, Fishing, And Gathering Rights -- Indian Water Rights -- Civil Rights Of Indians -- The Indian Civil Rights Act -- The Special Status Of Certain Indian Groups -- Government Services To Indians -- The Indian Child Welfare Act -- Judicial Review. Stephen L. Pevar. Includes Bibliographical References. "This guide thoroughly discusses the powers of Indian tribes: civil and criminal jurisdiction on Indian reservations; Indian hunting, fishing, and water rights; taxation in Indian country; the Indian Civil Rights Act; the Indian Child Welfare Act; and tribal jurisdiction over non-Indians."--BOOK JACKET.