Fortson, RyanCarbaugh, Jacob A.2016-05-272016-05-272014-12-17Fortson, Ryan; & Carbaugh, Jacob A. (2014). "Survey of Tribal Court Effectiveness Studies." Alaska Justice Forum 31(3–4): 1, 15–20 (Fall 2014/Winter 2015).http://hdl.handle.net/11122/6575This article examines empirical studies that have been conducted on the effectiveness of tribal courts, both in terms of reduction in recidivism and participant attitudes, and a look at some of the challenges to implementing a tribal court effectiveness study in Alaska.[Introduction] / Alaska at a Glance / Studies of Effectiveness of Tribal Courts / Studies Conducted Throughout the Contiguous United States / Studies Conducted in Alaska / Additional Studies of Tribal Courts / The Need for More Research and Identified Obstacles to Overcome / Tribal Court Jurisdiction / Alaska’s Challenging Geography / Minor Consuming Alcohol as a Quantitative Measure / Conclusion / [SIDEBAR:] Tribal Court Studies — Referencesen-USAlaska Court SystemAlaska NativesAmerican IndiansCanadian First NationscourtsHoonah, AKIndian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)Kake, AKrecidivismtribal courtsunderage drinkingArticle