Domestic Assault Jurisdiction Issue

Summary

Domestic assault cases involving jurisdictional challenges between state and tribal lands can be complex. In such cases, contacting the tribal police or tribal court at the relevant Indian Reservation is crucial. They may have jurisdiction over the matter and can take appropriate action. Typically, it is not the victims responsibility to serve the warrant. Instead, you should provide the tribal authorities with all necessary details and let them handle the situation. Legal procedures may vary by location, so its essential to follow the correct protocol.

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I was assulted in mitchell sd. Domestic assult. A warrent was isued on the person that assulted me. However, the person that assulted me fled to mission sd an indian reservation not to far from mitchell sd. Now im told nothing can be done everyones hands are tied. State police cant go on indian land. No one will do anything to help me. I feel like this is an obstruction of justice and i cant rest until something is done about it. I know who and where this person is staying with and everything
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Have you tried reaching out to the tribal police or tribal court in the Mission SD Indian Reservation? They may have jurisdiction over the matter.
I have not
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Tribal lands operate under their own jurisdiction. Try contacting the tribal police or tribal court at the Mission SD Indian Reservation. They may be able to help since the accused is currently there.
So i have to do that? Its my responsibility? Am i supposed to drive there in person with the arrest warrent or how do i go about doing that
Usually, it's not your responsibility to serve the warrant. Here's what you can do:
- Contact Mission SD Indian Reservation's tribal police.
- Explain the situation and provide details.
- They may take over from there.
Remember, legal procedures may vary by location.