Many tribal courts are still issuing protective orders. Since each tribe has their own process, you will need to contact the tribe directly. You can find contact information for various tribal courts and information about the types of proceedings that they do here. These tribes have provided the following updates:
- Kenaitze Tribal Court is still issuing protective orders but their office is closed to the public. Protective order petitions will be faxed or emailed to petitioners on a case-by-case basis. Petitioners should call the office at (907) 335-7219 for assistance.
- Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes (CCTHIA) is still issuing protective orders. Contact the Clerk of Court at (907) 463-7165 for more information. Their tribal court plan can be found here.
- Sitka Tribe of Alaska is accepting protective order petitions electronically and can schedule short notice telephone hearings with the judge when necessary. Email court@sitkatribe-nsn.gov for assistance.