About Tribal Courts


The Menominee Tribal Courts is a court of general jurisdiction with appellate review operating under the authority of the Menominee Tribal Constitution and By-laws as a separate and equal branch of the Tribal Government. The Menominee Tribal Courts provides judicial services to the Menominee Indian Reservation.




The powers granted to the Tribal Judiciary by this Section include such judicial powers as may in the future be restored or granted to the Tribe by any law of the United States, or other authority. Decisions of the Tribal Judiciary shall be binding upon all persons within the jurisdiction of the Tribe. The Supreme Court of the Tribe shall be the final and supreme interpreter of this Constitution and Bylaws, and all tribal ordinances. However, the Tribal Judiciary shall exercise its powers consistent with the limitations imposed by this Constitution and Bylaws.




Tribal Courts Organizational Chart

Tribal Courts Org Chart


Case Types


  • Adoption
  • Appeals
  • Child Support
  • Civil
  • Commitment
  • Conservation
  • Criminal
  • Custody
  • Divorce
  • Guardianships
  • Juvenile
  • Motor Vehicle
  • Name Change
  • Ordinance
  • Paternity
  • Probate
  • Relinquishments
  • Restraining Orders
  • Small Claims