Gadvikian Guardians

Tribal Law Enforcement • Protective Services • Sovereign Security Authority

Official Authority

The Gadvikian Guardians serve as the official law enforcement, protective services, and peacekeeping arm of the Lenape of Delaware – Gadvikian Tribe.

This body operates under inherent Indigenous sovereignty, trust jurisdiction, and charter authority independent of municipal or state agencies.

Charter & Jurisdiction

Established by Tribal Charter and Sovereign Declaration
Jurisdiction applies to:
- Tribal members
- Tribal trust property
- Tribal institutions and events
- Consenting private parties
Operates within:
- Tribal jurisdiction
- Trust jurisdiction
- Private international law principles

Governing Law

Tribal Constitution & Gadvikian Charter
Inherent Indigenous Sovereignty
Natural Law & Common Law Principles
International Law:
- United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)
- International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
Non-commercial Trust Law

Officer Roles & Structure

Chief Guardian – Supreme operational authority
Deputy Chief – Command oversight and training
Field Guardians – Peacekeeping & patrol operations
Protective Detail Officers – Diplomatic & executive protection
Investigative Guardians – Internal and external investigations
Tribal Marshals – Process service and enforcement of tribal orders

Authority & Functions

Peacekeeping and public safety
Protection of tribal leaders and diplomats
Security for tribal facilities and lands
Enforcement of tribal codes and orders
Inter-jurisdictional cooperation when applicable

Official Certificates

The Gadvikian Guardians issue the following official credentials:

Officer Commission Certificates
Oath of Office Certificates
Tribal Law Enforcement Identification
Protective Services Authorization Letters
Training & Qualification Certificates

Badges & Identification

Serialized Tribal Law Enforcement Badges
Official Guardian Shield Emblem
Unique Officer Badge Numbers
Embedded verification and registry support
Non-commercial, non-state issued credentials

Verification & Accountability

All Guardians are recorded in the official tribal registry and subject to:

Code of Conduct & Ethics
Tribal disciplinary review
Ongoing training requirements
Internal accountability boards