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Matthew L.M. Fletcher

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Matthew L.M. Fletcher is Foundation Professor of Law at Michigan State University College of Law and the inaugural visiting professor for the UC-Hastings Indigenous Law Program. In 2022-23, he will join the University of Michigan faculty. He is a citizen of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.

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OPINION ANALYSIS

In 5-4 ruling, court dramatically expands the power of states to prosecute crimes on reservations

By Matthew L.M. Fletcher on Jun 29, 2022 at 12:35 pm

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ARGUMENT ANALYSIS

With historical promises in mind, justices weigh state criminal jurisdiction in Indian country

By Matthew L.M. Fletcher on Apr 28, 2022 at 8:45 am

CASE PREVIEW

In sequel to McGirt, justices will again review scope of state prosecutorial power in Indian country

By Matthew L.M. Fletcher on Apr 26, 2022 at 1:06 pm

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