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QuizMultiple Choice

Theme 3: Statehood and Government Structure — Test

Question 8 • New Mexico History

How did the Major Crimes Act of 1885 affect the treatment of crimes on tribal lands?

Answer
A
It increased tribal authority over serious offenses that occurred on tribal lands.
B
It shifted control over serious crimes committed on tribal lands to state agencies.
C
It shifted enforcement of violations of tribal laws to the tribes themselves.
D
It limited tribal authority over serious criminal cases on tribal lands.
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