Course Details

Federal Indian Law

This course examines the law structuring the relationship between native nations, the federal government, and the states. It will consider the source and scope of federal power over “Indian affairs;” the contours under federal law for tribal sovereignty, including tribal criminal and civil jurisdiction; and the limits on state authority within Indian country. We will explore the historical origins and development of the law, and also its current standing (contemporary issues and the most recent Supreme Court decisions). Students will be graded based on (1) class participation; (2) a presentation; (3) individual conversations with the instructor.

Catalog Number: CONPUB 633
Practice Areas: Comparative Law Practice Area ,  Constitutional Law & Procedure ,  Law and Social Science

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Course History

Fall 2026
Title: Federal Indian Law
Faculty: Shoked, Nadav (courses | profile)
Section: 1     Credits: 2.0
Capacity: 25     Actual: 25

Fall 2024
Title: American Indian Law
Faculty: Zimmerman, Clifford (courses | profile)
Section: 1     Credits: 3.0
Capacity: 25     Actual: 25