Public Law 280: Issues and Concerns for Victims of Crime in Indian Country by Ada Pecos Melton and Jerry Gardner (2004) (11 pages)
This resource provides information on Public Law 280, a substantial transfer of jurisdiction from the federal government to the states in Indian Country, and its impact on victims of crime. It also addresses why the law was enacted, why it is controversial, amendments to the law, which states are affected, its effect in criminal and civil actions, and the limitations of the law.