§ 1921. Higher State or Federal standard applicable to protect rights of parent or Indian custodian of Indian child

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In any case where State or Federal law applicable to a child custody proceeding under State or Federal law provides a higher standard of protection to the rights of the parent or Indian custodian of an Indian child than the rights provided under this subchapter, the State or Federal court shall apply the State or Federal standard.

(Pub. L. 95–608, title I, § 111, Nov. 8, 1978, 92 Stat. 3075.)

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Public Law 95–608
To establish standards for the placement of Indian children in foster or adoptive homes, to prevent the breakup of Indian families, and for other purposes

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Sec. 111
**[**[25 U.S.C. 1921](/us/usc/t25/s1921)**]**

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Pub. L. 95–608, title I, § 111
92 Stat. 3075

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§ 1921

Higher State or Federal standard applicable to protect rights of parent or Indian custodian of Indian child

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