County commissioner Bill Barron and sheriff Don Bell discussed the merits and issues with Public Law 280 during one of several public meetings held at the Lake County Courthouse prior to the county's decision to step out of the agreement. (Kristi Niemeyer/Lake County Leader)
December 13, 2022
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Lake County officials look for answers on Public Law 28 withdrawal from U.S. Attorney
Frustration seemed to be the tenor this week at the Lake County Courthouse as public officials contemplate their withdrawal from Public Law 280, which has given the county felony jurisdiction over tribal members on the Flathead Reservation for nearly 60 years.