The Viejas Band's new tribal court has set a trial in a case that may lead to the banishment of three tribal members.
Tamara Banegas, 27, Tina Hood, 28, and Michael LaChappa, 27, are accused of taking part in an attack of another tribal member. Larry Sutton, the nephew of the Viejas chairman, is still recovering from the incident.
The trial will be the first of its kind for tribes in San Diego County. It will be the first major test of the Viejas Band's new court.
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1st S.D. tribal court sets trial date for 3
(The San Diego Union-Tribune 10/6)
Relevant Links:
Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians - http://www.viejasbandofkumeyaay.org
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