Legal Question in Native American Law in New York
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what does this law say and mean Indian child welfare act of 1978(u.s.c. 1901-1963.
Asked on 10/18/02, 1:11 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall
Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC
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The Act is lengthy, but essentially is to prohibit the adoption of Native American children outside their tribes by non-indians without the permission of the tribal counsel or other governing body.
Answered on 10/22/02, 12:27 pm