Oneida woman won't appear before court

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2002

An Oneida Nation woman whose home has been threatened with demolition plans to avoid a tribal court trial for an alleged assault and violation of a court order.

Danielle Patterson has resisted attempts by the New York tribe's government to vacate her trailer home, which she owns. She faces arrest for not appearing in court.

Get the Story:
Woman says no to tribal court (The Syracuse Newspapers 9/24)

Relevant Links:
Oneida Nation - http://www.oneida-nation.net

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