Village of Atmautluak Jail
Village of Atmautluak Jail Information
Atmautluak, Alaska, a remote village within the Bethel Census Area, is nestled along the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. With a population of about 277 residents, primarily of Yup'ik Eskimo heritage, the village relies on subsistence activities such as hunting, fishing, and gathering for sustenance. Its scenic setting offers opportunities for salmon fishing and wildlife observation. Due to its isolation, accessibility primarily depends on air travel. Atmautluak's cultural identity is deeply rooted in Yup'ik traditions, emphasizing the preservation of heritage and language. This village stands as a significant and distinct community within the vast Alaskan wilderness, showcasing the resilience of its native inhabitants.Inmate Services
Tribe: Village of Atmautluak
Phone
907-553-5610Mailing address (personal mail)
Village of Atmautluak Jail
P.O. Box 6548
Atmautluak, AK 99559
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Because the legal system in ‘Indian Country’ operates outside of the legal jurisdiction of the cities, counties and states where the individual Indian Reservations are located, and the land is wholly owned and governed by the Tribes, the jails and detention centers on those lands are maintained and run by the individual Tribes. The police that provide the security and enforce the laws and the courts that mete out justice are also controlled by the individual Tribes.
There are over 90 jails and detention centers throughout Indian Country, of which, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Office of Justice Services (OJS) staffs and operates a quarter of these facilities. The remainder are operated by Tribes through the PL 93-638, Self-Governance Compacts and a few are fully funded and operated by a tribe. Each jail is unique in operation and location.
Indian Reservation and Tribal laws also fall under the legal jurisdiction of the federal government. If a federal law has been broken, the Department of Justice may get involved. In that case, a convicted person from a crime committed on Indian Lands may be required to serve their time within the BOP (Federal Bureau of Prisons).