stervc i believe that mj is illegal is south dakota, however on tribal lands the law is vague The Santee Sioux began to explore growing marijuana after the Justice Department outlined a new policy in 2014 clearing the way for Indian tribes to grow and sell marijuana under the same conditions as some states that have legalized pot. based on the info below, i believe that our ceo eric hagen will not be found guilty, given that defendants are innocent until proven guilty “I am yet unaware of any evidence, any evidence, that my client possessed even a gram of marijuana,” Butler said outside the courtroom. “…The marijuana belonged to the Santee Sioux Tribe. They paid for it. They had legal ownership of it at all times. Mr. Hagen never had possession, actual or constructive, of the marijuana alleged in this case.” Butler said he will call tribal officials to testify in court. Hunt and his attorney declined to comment to The Associated Press on Monday. Hunt is to be sentenced Dec. 19, though the date could change depending on Hagen’s case. The prosecution recommended probation.