Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Indian law Reporter
Publication Date
11-17-1983
Abstract
Plaintiff Blackfeet Tribal Business Council sought to enjoin the East Glacier Water & Sewer District, a public corporation organized pursuant to state law, composed of both tribal members and nonmembers, and located entirely within the Blackfeet Reservation, from shutting off water and sewer services to certain tribal members. Defendants moved for dismissal, arguing that the tribal court lacks jurisdiction because this case involves non-Indians. Upon reviewing provisions of the tribal constitution and noting the use of tribal forums by nonmembers in suits against members, the court finds that this case involves the health, safety and welfare of both Indian and non-Indian residents and holds that under such precedent and circumstances, tribal court jurisdiction in this case is appropriate.
Recommended Citation
Blackfeet Tribal Business Council v. East Glacier Water & Sewer Dist., No. 83CA174 (Blkft. Tr. Ct., Nov. 17, 1983) 11 ILR 6021
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