### Question
How does the law define Indian tribe?


### Answer
Under *25 U.S.C. § 3602*, **Indian tribe** is defined as:

> any Indian tribe, band, nation, pueblo, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native entity, which administers justice under its inherent authority or the authority of the United States and which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indian tribes because of their status as Indians

#### Citation:
  - *25 U.S.C. § 3602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 38-INDIAN TRIBAL JUSTICE SUPPORT**

