The Major Crimes acts of 1885 allowed federal courts to claim jurisdiction over which group of people who committed seven specific crimes?

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The Major Crimes Act of 1885 allowed federal courts to claim jurisdiction over Native Americans who committed seven specific crimes on their own tribal land. These crimes included murder, manslaughter, rape, assault with intent to kill, arson, burglary, and larceny. Prior to the passing of this act, Native American tribes had sovereign authority over their own land, making it difficult for non-Native Americans to face punishment for crimes committed against Native American communities.

The Major Crimes Acts of 1885 Allowed Federal Courts to Claim