§ 36-9-115 — Determination of claims; rules and regulations against fraud

The board of land commissioners may hear and determine the
claims of each person who may claim to be entitled, in whole or
in part, to any lands owned by this state. The decisions of the
board shall be final until set aside by a court of competent
jurisdiction. The board may establish such rules and regulations
as in its opinion may be proper to prevent fraudulent
applications being granted.