Difference between revisions of "Introduction to Legal Information for Indigenous People"
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Although the laws are often the same for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, there are a number of important areas where this is not the case. Laws can vary for people based on their Indigeneity in matters of child protection, criminal justice and human rights. These areas of law offer different legal processes and remedies for Indigenous people to better support their specific situations. Laws can also vary for Indigenous people based on their living and working on reserve. Taxation, Wills & Estates and Matrimonial Property are all examples of this. | Although the laws are often the same for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, there are a number of important areas where this is not the case. Laws can vary for people based on their Indigeneity in matters of child protection, criminal justice and human rights. These areas of law offer different legal processes and remedies for Indigenous people to better support their specific situations. Laws can also vary for Indigenous people based on their living and working on reserve. Taxation, Wills & Estates and Matrimonial Property are all examples of this. | ||
Although our clients are primarily Indigenous and living on reserve, the BCLAP often has to switch gears and assist both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people living off the reserve. Even when the laws are the same for everyone, people can still be unsure how best to proceed. Legal Information for Indigenous People is for this, too. This booklet is good to have on hand for when you, family or friends find yourselves in legal situations and are not sure what to do. This publication is not a replacement for seeking legal advice, however. For additional questions about your situation, please contact one of the many resources suggested here. | Although our clients are primarily Indigenous and living on reserve, the BCLAP often has to switch gears and assist both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people living off the reserve. Even when the laws are the same for everyone, people can still be unsure how best to proceed. ''Legal Information for Indigenous People'' is for this, too. This booklet is good to have on hand for when you, family or friends find yourselves in legal situations and are not sure what to do. This publication is not a replacement for seeking legal advice, however. For additional questions about your situation, please contact one of the many resources suggested here. | ||