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Nov. 12, 2025

Tribal officials not personally immune in state tobacco enforcement suit

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that California may pursue damages and injunctive relief against tribal officials accused of violating a federal tobacco law, rejecting their claims of personal immunity.

Tribal officials not personally immune in state tobacco enforcement suit
9th Circuit Judge Mark J. Bennett

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that tribal officials are not personally immune from state enforcement actions seeking damages for violating a federal tobacco law.

A unanimous panel on Friday upheld California's bid to proceed with claims against leaders of the Alturas Indian Rancheria over alleged contraband cigarette sales, holding that the state may seek prospective injunctions and monetary remedies against tribal officers under the federal Prevent All Cigar...

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