Understanding The Indian Child Welfare Act And How It Works in Oklahoma

Custody of Special Needs Children

The history of Oklahoma is intricately intertwined with Tribal law. Part of this history and the complexity of family law is reflected in the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). This legislation is critical and is designed to protect the welfare and rights of Native children and their culture as a whole. Created in 1978, the ICWA was a response to…

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