Examination of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) of 1978, requirements of the law, and the resulting conflicts between tribal and state governments; analysis of the requirements and scope of the ICWA, various ways states have interpreted the requirements, conflicting interpretations, and issues facing courts in adjudicating over these conflicts. Prerequisites: Graduate classification Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.
Examination of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) of 1978, requirements of the law, and the resulting conflicts between tribal and state governments; analysis of the requirements and scope of the ICWA, various ways states have interpreted the requirements, conflicting interpretations, and issues facing courts in adjudicating over these conflicts. Prerequisites: Graduate classification Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours.