Treatment of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women Cases in California

Public project summary

This research paper explores the concerning issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) in California, emphasizing the inadequate response and lack of attention to these cases. Despite a notable increase in MMIW cases, law enforcement remains unresponsive, hindered by the absence of a centralized database. The paper argues for urgent legislative reform, highlighting the shortcomings of current laws such as Public Law 83-280 in protecting Indigenous communities. Employing a hybrid methodology, the research aims to analyze legislation, jurisdictional problems, and community impact. By reviewing diverse sources, including the Sovereign Bodies Institute and FBI reports, the study seeks to identify trends and propose effective solutions for justice and change for MMIW in California.