In re J.S.

¶1 S.F. appeals the decision of the Twentieth Judicial District Court, Lake County, to award guardianship of his minor son, J.S., to foster parents. Because J.S. is an “Indian child,” as defined in 25 U.S.C. § 1903(4),1 the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), 25 U.S.C. § 1901 et seq., applies. We affirm the District Court and restate S.F.’s issues on appeal as follows:

¶2 1. Did the State violate ICWA by failing to provide proper notice to S.F. and his tribe?

¶3 2. Did the State violate ICWA by failing to make active efforts to provide services and promote the relationship between S.F. and J.S. ?

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