Chippewa Indian Judicial Services is the official judicial branch of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, providing comprehensive legal services rooted in tribal law and sovereignty. It stands out as a dedicated judicial system that upholds the tribe’s customs, traditions, and legal rights, ensuring justice and order within the tribal community.
The court operates with a deep respect for Anishinaabe values and legal principles, integrating tribal customs with contemporary judicial practices. It serves enrolled tribal members, other Native Americans, and individuals subject to the tribe’s jurisdiction, focusing on fairness, cultural sensitivity, and the preservation of tribal self-governance through its judicial processes.
Services Offered
- Legal services
- Civil case management
- Criminal case adjudication
- Child welfare and protection cases
- Domestic relations matters
- Tribal code enforcement
- Appellate review
- Peacemaking and alternative dispute resolution
- Issuance of tribal protection orders
- Guardianship and conservatorship proceedings
- Juvenile justice services
- Probate matters involving trust land or assets
