Statutes | Kenaitze Indian Domestic Relations Code Chapter 10 ยง 1 | 2020
A. Policy: It is the traditional way of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe to honor and respect the Tribal Elders. The Elders of the Kenaitze Tribe are valuable resources as they are our custodians of tribal history, culture and tradition. Thus, it is in the best interest of, and serves the welfare of the Kenaitze Tribe to protect tribal Elders. It is also in the best interest of the Tribe to protect vulnerable tribal members.
B. Purpose: The purpose of this Chapter is to protect Elders and vulnerable adults within the jurisdiction of the Kenaitze Tribe from abuse as defined in this Ordinance. This Ordinance shall be liberally interpreted in order to achieve its purpose. This Ordinance provides for:
1. Reporting abuse or neglect to the Tribal Court
2. Receiving reports of and investigating suspected abuse or neglect and
3. Delivering emergency and non-emergency protective services to Elders and other vulnerable adults.
C. Enforcement: The Kenaitze Tribal Court shall be the primary enforcer of this law, provided that the Kenaitze Tribal Court may enter into agreements with other courts of competent jurisdiction for enforcement when circumstances warrant such cooperation.