JOURNAL ARTICLE

Does the Bankruptcy Code Unequivocally Abrogate Tribal Sovereignty.

  • Published In: Preview of United States Supreme Court Cases, 2023, v. 50, n. 7. P. 29 1 of 3

  • Database: Criminal Justice Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jones, Barbara L. 3 of 3

Abstract

The petitioner, Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians, is a federally recognized Indian tribe that operates Lendgreen, which makes Internet payday loans. The respondent borrowed $1,100 and filed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy shortly thereafter. Asserting tribal sovereignty, and thus common-law immunity, the petitioner continued attempts to collect. The respondent sought an order to stop collection and damages. The bankruptcy court dismissed the enforcement proceeding for lack of subject matter jurisdiction and failure to state a claim. The First Circuit reversed on a direct appeal. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Preview of United States Supreme Court Cases. 2023/04, Vol. 50, Issue 7, p29
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0363-0048
  • Accession Number:164668878
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