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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2003

A researcher working for the state of South Dakota said the state has a moral obligation to correct unequal treatment of American Indians in the justice system.

A study commissioned by the state confirms that Native Americans are convicted at higher rates than whites despite not committing a higher rate, per capita, of crimes, given much longer sentences than whites and not offered plea deals as often as whites.

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Study shows racial disparity (The Sioux Falls Argus Leader 2/13)

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Justice In South Dakota: Does Race Make A Difference? (October 2002)

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