Split Ninth Circuit Orders Federal Prosecutors to Prove Federal Recognition Status of Tribes in Major Crimes Act Prosecutions…

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… to a jury beyond a reasonable doubt. Here are the materials in United States v. Zepeda: CA9 opinion CA9 memorandum (related opinion on other issues) Zepeda Opening Brief US Answer Brief Zepeda Reply Brief US Supplemental Brief Zepeda Supplemental … Continue reading →read more

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