The Immediate and Lasting Impacts of McGirt: A Novel Ruling for Oklahoma

On July 9, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Muscogee (Creek) Nation reservation had never been disestablished, creating a jurisdictional shift in criminal law matters and leaving many unanswered questions regarding civil regulatory issues. One year later, a number of these issues—such as taxes for tribal citizens—have gone unresolved. Indian Law & Gaming Practice Group members Jennifer N. Lamirand and Greg Buzzard explain the history and impact of McGirt v. Oklahoma, and why it will be referenced on matters of legal reform for years to come.