Gila River Indian Community considers ordinance to banish or disenroll members who commit crimes
- The Gila River Indian Community is considering an ordinance to banish or disenroll members convicted of violent crimes, marking a first for tribal governance in Arizona.
- Members are invited to share opinions via an online survey about the ordinance, which has been extended to September 13.
- The proposed ordinance would permit hearings for members facing severe legal repercussions and includes provisions to protect the rights of those affected.
- Recent violence in the community has prompted leadership changes and increased public safety efforts, as highlighted in statements from officials.
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Gila River Indian Community Considers Ordinance to Banish or Disenroll Members Who Commit Crimes
The Gila River Indian Community in Arizona is weighing a new ordinance that would allow for the banishment and disenrollment of tribal members convicted of violent crimes.

Gila River Indian Community considers ordinance to banish or disenroll members who commit crimes
The Gila River Indian Community in Arizona is considering a new ordinance that would allow for tribal members to be banished or disenrolled if they are convicted of crimes.
Gila River Indian Community weighs banishment ordinance, a first for Arizona tribes - AZ Luminaria
The Gila River Indian Community is weighing a new ordinance that would allow for the banishment and disenrollment of tribal members convicted of violent crimes. If adopted, the proposal would mark the first time a tribal government in Arizona formalized such a measure into its criminal code. The tribe’s council is asking members for input on the proposal through an online survey that closes Saturday, Sept. 13. The survey was initially set to clo…
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