Tribe: Yurok Tribe of the Yurok Reservation, California
2.10.1070 Judgement and Sentencing.
Where the Court in its discretion deems it appropriate, a form of traditional punishment may be imposed in addition to or in place of any punishment provided in this code.
(a) Considerations. Considerations in sentencing include:
(1) The crime committed;
(2) The prospects of rehabilitation of the offender;
(3) The circumstances under which the crime was committed;
(4) The criminal history of the offender;
(5) The safety of the community, victim, or the offender;
(6) Statements of the victim;
(7) Alternatives to imprisonment of the offender;
(8) The ability of the defendant to pay a fine; and
(9) Any other consideration the Court deems relevant.
(b) Penalties. An offender found guilty of an offense may be sentenced to one or more of the following penalties and/or consequences:
(1) Imprisonment for a period of time not to exceed the maximum permitted for the offense;
(2) A fine in an amount not to exceed the maximum permitted for the offense;
(3) Community service;
(4) Any diagnostic, therapeutic, or rehabilitative measures, treatments, or services deemed appropriate;
(5) Restitution to a victim of an offense for which the offender was convicted;
(6) Participation in Wellness Court;
(7) Any other culturally appropriate service or remedy.
Read Full Text of Yurok Tribal Code. Title 2 Courts. Chapter 2.10 Yurok Tribal Court — Rules of Court. 2.10.1070 Judgement and Sentencing.