McGirt V. Oklahoma and its Consequences
Overview of Implications of Landmark American Indian Land Case
In July 9, 2020, the Supreme Court announced its decision in McGirt v. Oklahoma — hailed by some as the “most significant Indian law case of the century.” In a 5-4 ruling, the court held that land reserved for the Muscogee (Creek) Nation in the 19th century remained “Indian country” for criminal jurisdiction purposes. …