Constit Flashcards
Preamble
Constitution of LS
We, the people of San Andreas, to form a more perfect community, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for San Andreas.
Supremacy of the Constitution
Article I: Governance and Law
The San Andreas Constitution is the supreme law of the land. All citizens must obey it.
Obligation to Obey the Constitution
Article I: Governance and Law
All citizens must adhere to the principles and laws set forth in this document.
Duty to Pay Taxes
Article I: Governance and Law
Citizens have a duty to pay taxes.
San Andreas Department of Justice (DOJ)
Article II: Legislative Authorities
The DOJ shall have legislative authority over all legal and judicial matters within San Andreas. It shall ensure the enforcement of laws, uphold justice, and protect the rights of citizens. Precedents set by Justices will act as Common Law. The DOJ shall have a Law Enforcement Agency that is responsible for overseeing other law enforcement offices. They are also responsible for preserving the integrity and safety of the State, the Constitution, citizens’ rights, and the laws of the State.
Blaine County
Article II: Legislative Authorities
Blaine County shall have legislative authority over its jurisdiction and be responsible for the governance, public services, and local laws that pertain to the residents and operations within Blaine County. The Blaine County Mayor is responsible for the governance of the County’s laws, and the Blaine County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for the County’s public services. The Sheriff shall be appointed by the Blaine County Mayor.
Los Santos County
Article II: Legislative Authorities
Los Santos County shall have legislative authority over its jurisdiction and be responsible for the governance, public services, and local laws that pertain to the residents and operations within Santos. The Los Santos County Mayor is responsible for the governance of Los Santos’s laws, and the Los Santos Police Department is responsible for the County’s public services. The Chief of Police shall be appointed by the Los Santos County Mayor.
San Andreas Medical Authority (SAMA)
Article II: Legislative Authorities
San Andreas shall adhere to healthcare standards established through legislation crafted by our medical professionals. One currently active medical professional will be publicly elected to oversee the operations of the medical authority, representing the interests of all medical factions and working alongside their respective High Command. The authority will be formed consisting solely of other currently active medical professionals. A medical professional is defined as a doctor or mental health professional currently employed by the Los Santos Medical Group or a currently employed member of the Emergency Medical Services. This authority will guide legislation regarding health and its procedures across the state of San Andreas and will be responsible for representing all medical factions fairly.
1 Right to Assemble
Article III: Rights and Freedoms
Citizens are free to assemble peacefully, provided it does not hinder the rights of others.
2 Right to Free Speech and Thought
Article III: Rights and Freedoms
Citizens are free to express their thoughts and beliefs without censorship or coercion.
3 Right to Dignity
Article III: Rights and Freedoms
All citizens shall be treated equally and with respect, free from discrimination.
4 Right to Information
Article III: Rights and Freedoms
Citizens have the right to access public information necessary for their well-being.
5 Right to Vote & Petition
Article III: Rights and Freedoms
Citizens have the right to present requests, grievances, and proposals to their government.
6 Right to a Fair Trial and Due Process
Article III: Rights and Freedoms
All citizens are guaranteed a fair trial and due process of law.
7 Right to Privacy
Article III: Rights and Freedoms
Citizens have the right to personal privacy and protection from unwarranted disclosure of private information.