Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)

Introduction

A. When Does ICWA Apply?

B. Jurisdiction

C. Required Notice

D. Response of Tribe

E. Removal and Hearing

F. Rights of the Parents, Indian Custodian and Tribe

G. Statutory Placement Preferences for Indian Child

H. Conservatorship or Termination of Parental Rights of Indian Child

I. Who is a Qualified Expert Witness?

J. Voluntary Relinquishment of Parental Rights

K. Case Notes

L. Resources

Footnotes