MCC.6.1.040 Purpose

(a) The purpose of this ordinance is to provide a fair, efficient and formal process by which:

(1) a Tribal Member may receive a pardon for the conviction of a crime(s); or

(2) a Tribal Member or non-Tribal Member may receive forgiveness for acts that render him or her ineligible: for housing with the Tribe; for Tribal employment; an occupational license, certification or permit issued by the Tribe; a foster care license issued by the Tribe; or other Tribal benefit.

(b) This ordinance defines the duties and responsibilities of Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee, Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Governing Board, Lac Courte Oreilles Human Resources Director, and other persons involved in the granting or denial of pardons and forgiveness.