Full question:
Does Mississippi recognize alimony if your married to a member of the MS Band of Choctaw Indians? If so, do I need to file thru Tribal Court?
- Category: Divorce
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- State: Mississippi
Answer:
Indian tribes can regulate the marital relationships of their members. Therefore, a tribal court has the authority to handle divorce matters, including property division, for its members. However, if one spouse is a member of the tribe and the other is not, state courts in Mississippi have jurisdiction over the divorce proceedings.
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