Cite as: 51 CNCA § 406

A. In case of vacancy in the position of Marshal by reason of removal, death, resignation or disability lasting for more than six (6) months, the Office of the Marshal shall be filled by appointment by the Principal Chief with confirmation by the Council. Such appointment shall serve out the term of the prior appointment provided, however:

1. In the event of said vacancy in the Office of the Marshal, the Principal Chief is further authorized to declare such vacancy, in writing, and appoint an Acting Marshal for the period of the vacancy not to exceed one year from the declaration of vacancy. The Acting Marshal shall possess all of the constitutional and statutory qualifications required of, and all of the authority afforded to, the Office of the Marshal during the period of acting service, but shall possess the title "Acting Marshal of the Cherokee Nation."

Historical Data

LA 17–07, eff. April 23, 2007. Amended LA 42-24, eff. November 12, 2024.