Post by Founder on Oct 11, 2023 9:45:53 GMT
Constitution
We, the people of Isizwe Samalangabi/Isizwe Fire, recognizing the inherent and inalienable rights of individuals to life, liberty, and property, and acknowledging the principle that government is instituted to secure and protect these rights, do hereby establish this Constitution to limit the powers of government and to safeguard the freedoms and liberties of our citizens.
Article I: Bill of Rights
Freedom of Speech and Expression: The government shall make no law abridging the freedom of speech and expression.
Freedom of Religion: All individuals shall have the right to practice their religion or belief without interference or discrimination by the government.
Right to Bear Arms: The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.
Property Rights: The right to acquire, use, and dispose of private property shall be inviolable. Eminent domain shall only be exercised for public use, and just compensation must be provided.
Freedom from Unreasonable Search and Seizure: The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated.
Due Process of Law: No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.
Self-Incrimination and Double Jeopardy: No person shall be compelled to be a witness against themselves, nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb.
Freedom from Cruel and Unusual Punishment: Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Article II: Limited Government
Separation of Powers: The powers of the government shall be divided into three branches: the legislative, executive, and judicial, with checks and balances to prevent the abuse of power.
Enumerated Powers: The government shall exercise only those powers expressly delegated to it in this Constitution.
Freedom of Trade and Commerce: The government shall not interfere with voluntary exchanges and contracts between individuals and businesses.
Protection of Individual Rights: The government's primary role is to protect the life, liberty, and property of its citizens.
Article III: Amendments
This constitution may be amended by a supermajority vote of 85% of the citizens or their representatives.
Article IV: Supremacy Clause
This Constitution, and the laws of Isizwe Samalangabi/Isizwe Fire which shall be made in pursuance thereof, shall be the supreme law of the land, and all judges and officials shall be bound thereby.
Article V: Ratification
This Constitution shall be ratified by a majority vote of the citizens of Isizwe Samalangabi/Isizwe Fire.
We, the people of Isizwe Samalangabi/Isizwe Fire, recognizing the inherent and inalienable rights of individuals to life, liberty, and property, and acknowledging the principle that government is instituted to secure and protect these rights, do hereby establish this Constitution to limit the powers of government and to safeguard the freedoms and liberties of our citizens.
Article I: Bill of Rights
Freedom of Speech and Expression: The government shall make no law abridging the freedom of speech and expression.
Freedom of Religion: All individuals shall have the right to practice their religion or belief without interference or discrimination by the government.
Right to Bear Arms: The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.
Property Rights: The right to acquire, use, and dispose of private property shall be inviolable. Eminent domain shall only be exercised for public use, and just compensation must be provided.
Freedom from Unreasonable Search and Seizure: The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated.
Due Process of Law: No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.
Self-Incrimination and Double Jeopardy: No person shall be compelled to be a witness against themselves, nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb.
Freedom from Cruel and Unusual Punishment: Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Article II: Limited Government
Separation of Powers: The powers of the government shall be divided into three branches: the legislative, executive, and judicial, with checks and balances to prevent the abuse of power.
Enumerated Powers: The government shall exercise only those powers expressly delegated to it in this Constitution.
Freedom of Trade and Commerce: The government shall not interfere with voluntary exchanges and contracts between individuals and businesses.
Protection of Individual Rights: The government's primary role is to protect the life, liberty, and property of its citizens.
Article III: Amendments
This constitution may be amended by a supermajority vote of 85% of the citizens or their representatives.
Article IV: Supremacy Clause
This Constitution, and the laws of Isizwe Samalangabi/Isizwe Fire which shall be made in pursuance thereof, shall be the supreme law of the land, and all judges and officials shall be bound thereby.
Article V: Ratification
This Constitution shall be ratified by a majority vote of the citizens of Isizwe Samalangabi/Isizwe Fire.