House-level response is primary where possible.

House-Level Response is Primary Category: Tsm’syen Law Page status: Working

Purpose This principle affirms that responsibility for addressing harm begins at the house level whenever possible. It protects internal authority, maintains relationships, and prevents unnecessary escalation.

General principle House-level response is primary where possible.

APPLICATION Scope When harm can be addressed within the house, it should be. Houses retain responsibility for their members. Authority is strongest closest to the source of the issue.

RELATIONSHIP TO NATION Coordination Nation involvement may occur when: - the harm exceeds the capacity of a house, - multiple houses are affected, - restoration cannot be achieved internally.

National response coordinates but does not replace house authority.

RESPONSIBILITY Obligation Failure of a house to respond affects standing and trust. Timely action supports balance and legitimacy.

LIMITS Escalation Escalation occurs when restoration is refused, avoided, or denied. Higher involvement follows demonstrated need, not preference.

WITNESS Legitimacy Witnessing confirms that proper effort was made at the appropriate level.

See also -Restoration of Balance -Inter-House and Inter-Tribal Dispute Law -Jurisdiction