Legal Issues in Tribal E-Commerce - American University Business Law Review

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“The internet has changed the way people shop. E-commerce has become a massive industry, and the laws governing e-commerce are rapidly evolving. However, Indian tribes have largely been excluded from legal discussions relating to e-commerce. Several tribes are currently engaged in various e-commerce ventures. The relatively little litigation resulting from tribal e-commerce has produced an inconsistent string of results. This article addresses some of the major issues that have arisen in tribal e-commerce to date and offers policy recommendations to promote tribal e-commerce.”

Published 2022

This article can be used by Tribal/Native leaders to understand E-commerce, legal issues within e-commerce, and utilize this research to advocate for their communities.