According to Tribal Police, the Benewah County Sheriff’s Department has acted improperly on several occasions while serving misdemeanor warrants on tribal members. They stated that Sheriff’s deputies enter the homes of tribal members by force without the benefit of a search warrant in an attempt to arrest on a misdemeanor charge. Chief Hutchison has shared his concerns with Benewah County prosecutor Doug Payne. Payne has expressed his support and approval of the actions of the Sheriff’s Department. The Kootenai County Task Force is deeply concerned over these issues and continues to work with the Coeur d’Alene Tribe to determine the best course of action/board member Christie Wood, Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations. More here.

Question: Is there much anyone can do as long as Benewah County Sheriff Kirts has the support of other elected officials and the voters?