• Foster Care Licensing Policy – Lummi Nation

    The Lummi Nation Child Welfare Foster Care Licensing Policy establishes a framework to protect and promote the wellbeing of Lummi children through a culturally grounded foster care licensing system. The policy emphasizes child safety, family preservation, and reunification, operating under tribal sovereignty and applicable federal laws. It outlines the licensing process, including application, assessment, background checks, home studies, and required training for foster parents. Licenses are valid for up to three years, with ongoing renewal and monitoring. The policy sets comprehensive standards for home safety, capacity, sleeping arrangements, health, fire, water, weapon, and pet safety, and enforces non-discrimination. Foster parents must maintain records, report significant incidents, and adhere to strict guidelines on discipline, substance use, and supervision. Provisions exist for emergency placements and for the denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses to ensure child safety. The policy also highlights the importance of preserving cultural heritage and requires ongoing training for foster families.

  • Home Inspection – Lummi Nation

    The “Home Inspection – Lummi Nation” document is a detailed assessment form used by the Lummi Child Welfare Department to evaluate the safety and suitability of a home for child placement or visitation. It collects information on applicants, property ownership, and location, and includes checklists for neighborhood conditions, household members, background checks, pet care, and the physical state of the home. The inspection covers emergency safety features, cleanliness, hazardous material storage, weapon security, and the adequacy of living spaces, kitchen, laundry, dining areas, bedrooms, and bathrooms, ensuring they meet standards for privacy, sanitation, and child safety. The form concludes with a section for staff to document concerns and provide recommendations regarding the home’s appropriateness for child placement or visitation.

  • Foster Care Licensing Procedures – Lummi Nation

    The Lummi Nation Child Welfare foster care licensing procedures involve a structured four-phase process that includes application submission, background checks for all adults in the home, orientation, home inspection, personal interviews, and verification of physical and mental health. Prospective foster parents must complete core training in first aid, CPR, and mandatory reporting. Licenses are valid for three years and require reassessment and updated training for renewal. The procedures emphasize strict home safety, child health, and reporting standards, including immediate notification of serious incidents or missing children. Licenses can be denied, suspended, or revoked for non-compliance, criminal history, or safety concerns, with an appeal process available. Foster parents are also required to support the child’s cultural heritage and participate in ongoing training.

  • Foster Care License Application – Lummi Nation

    The “Foster Care License Application” for the Lummi Nation is a form used by individuals or families to apply for a new or renewed foster care license or to provide relative care. It collects comprehensive information about the applicants, including personal and contact details, tribal enrollment status, income, education, address history, and any felony convictions. The application also requests information on placement preferences, driving and health status, criminal history, prior foster care experience, and emergency contacts. Applicants must consent to background checks, agree to comply with licensing regulations, and authorize reference checks and information sharing with Lummi Child Welfare staff. Both applicants are required to sign the form to certify the accuracy of the information provided.

  • Alcohol Control and Search Warrant (AK Tribes)

    The document presents a model tribal alcohol control code and sample search warrant forms tailored for Alaska Native villages, focusing on civil rather than criminal enforcement. It aims to protect community health and welfare by prohibiting the importation, possession, and consumption of alcohol, as well as driving under the influence within the village. Enforcement is managed through tribal courts, which can impose civil penalties such as fines up to $1,000, community service, restitution, and destruction of contraband. The document includes detailed templates for affidavits and search warrants, outlining procedures for lawful search and seizure, types of evidence sought, and requirements for executing and returning warrants. It emphasizes the need to respect individual rights and consult legal counsel, particularly regarding search and seizure under the Indian Civil Rights Act.

  • Tribal Court Rules Delaware Tribe of Indians

    The Delaware Tribe of Indians Tribal Court Rules, adopted in 2016, provide comprehensive guidelines for the operation of the Tribal Court, including procedures for filing fees, waivers for indigent parties, courtroom conduct, and case management. The rules establish ethical standards for judges and court staff, emphasizing integrity, impartiality, independence, and confidentiality. They outline requirements for the admission and practice of attorneys, lay advocates, and spokespersons before the court, including annual renewals and criteria for approval. The rules incorporate the American Bar Association Code of Professional Responsibility, detail disciplinary procedures and sanctions for violations, and aim to ensure fairness, accountability, and public trust in the Tribal judicial system while supporting ethical oversight and continuous improvement of justice administration.

  • Tribal Court Intake Form Shingle Springs

    The Tribal Court Intake Form for the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians is a standardized document used to gather key personal information from individuals seeking assistance from the Tribal Court, including name, contact details, city, state, zip code, tribal affiliation, and membership status. The form provides space for applicants to describe their issue in detail and includes sections for the court to record responses and follow-up actions, such as phone calls, meetings, or referrals to mediation or arbitration, facilitating the intake and initial assessment of cases.

  • Power of Attorney Indian Custodianship Revocation by Parent

    This document is a form used by parents to revoke a previously granted power of attorney or Indian custodianship for their child. By signing the form, the parent withdraws consent for the custodian to make decisions regarding the child’s medical care, education, and welfare, and releases the custodian from all related rights and responsibilities. The revocation takes effect immediately upon signature and remains in force indefinitely unless all parties agree in writing to change it. Notarization is required for both the parent and the custodian.

  • Power of Attorney Indian Custodianship Revocation by Custodian

    This document is a form used by a custodian to officially revoke a previously granted power of attorney and Indian custodianship for a child. By completing and signing the form, the custodian withdraws their consent and relinquishes all rights and responsibilities related to the child’s medical, educational, and general welfare decisions. The revocation takes effect immediately upon signature and remains valid indefinitely unless all parties agree in writing to change it. Notarization in Alaska is required for the revocation to be legally effective.

  • Power of Attorney Indian Custodian Kawerak

    This document is a Power of Attorney/Indian Custodianship form under Alaska law and the Indian Child Welfare Act, enabling a parent to authorize a designated custodian to act as an Indian custodian for their Native child. The custodian is granted authority to make decisions about the child’s medical and dental care, education, and general welfare, and to maintain the child’s customary standard of living. The arrangement is revocable by either party at any time, does not affect the parent’s rights under the Indian Child Welfare Act, and remains in effect until the child reaches adulthood unless revoked. The form requires notarization and acceptance by the custodian.