Analysis

5 Years Ago, The McGirt Ruling Reshaped Tribal Jurisdiction

By Crystal Owens · July 9, 2025, 3:23 PM EDT

It was widely held for decades that Oklahoma had domain over criminal matters on tribal lands, but five years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court turned that regime on its head, finding 19th century...

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Case Information

Case Title

Jimcy McGirt, Petitioner v. Oklahoma

Case Number

18-9526

Court

Supreme Court

Nature of Suit

Prisoner Petition

Date Filed

June 07, 2019