Southern California Indian Law And Justice Center

The Southern California Indian Law and Justice Center, doing business as the Intertribal Court of Southern California, is a tribal government and American Indian-owned organization serving a consortium of 12 federally recognized tribes in Southern California. Registered in SAM.gov since 2006, the organization focuses on providing judicial, victim support, and youth leadership services to Native American communities. Through its comprehensive approach, the center works to enhance access to justice, develop culturally relevant legal frameworks, and support vulnerable populations within tribal communities.

The organization has secured multiple federal grant awards from agencies including the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office for Victims of Crime, and Administration for Native Americans. These grants have funded critical programs such as the Tribal Justice Assistance Program, which supports court operations by financing essential staff positions like pro tem judges, court clerks, and bailiffs. The Healing to Wellness court program targets at-risk youth, providing substance use disorder treatment and judicial supervision. Additionally, the center has received grants to implement comprehensive victim services for American Indian communities, develop model youth codes, and support tribal governance initiatives. The grants, ranging from $400,000 to $764,582, typically span multi-year periods (3-5 years) and focus on delivering culturally informed, trauma-responsive services that address the specific needs of Southern California's Native American tribes, with an emphasis on judicial efficiency, community safety, victim support, and youth leadership development.