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North Dakota Constitution, Article I

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Article I, Declaration of Rights

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All articles202 Art. I25 Art. II3 Art. III10 Art. IV17 Art. V12 Art. VI13 Art. VII11 Art. VIII6 Art. IX13 Art. X27 Art. XI29 Art. XII17 Art. XIII4 Art. XIV4 Art. XV6 Art. XVI5

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N.D. Const. art. I, § 1 Section 1
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All individuals are by nature equally free and independent and have certain inalienable rights, among which are those of enjoying and defending life and liberty; acquiring, possessing and protecting property and reputation; pursuing and obtaining safety and happiness; and to keep…
N.D. Const. art. I, § 2 Section 2
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All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for the protection, security and benefit of the people, and they have a right to alter or reform the same whenever the public good may require.
N.D. Const. art. I, § 3 Section 3
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The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference shall be forever guaranteed in this state, and no person shall be rendered incompetent to be a witness or juror on account of his opinion on matters of religious belief; but …
N.D. Const. art. I, § 4 Section 4
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Every man may freely write, speak and publish his opinions on all subjects, being responsible for the abuse of that privilege. In all civil and criminal trials for libel the truth may be given in evidence, and shall be a sufficient defense when the matter is published with good m…

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N.D. Const. art. I, § 5 Section 5

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The citizens have a right, in a peaceable manner, to assemble together for the common good, and to apply to those invested with the powers of government for the redress of grievances, or for other proper purposes, by petition, address or remonstrance.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 6 Section 6

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Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, unless for the punishment of crime, shall ever be tolerated in this state.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 7 Section 7

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Every citizen of this state shall be free to obtain employment wherever possible, and any person, corporation, or agent thereof, maliciously interfering or hindering in any way, any citizen from obtaining or enjoying employment already obtained, from any other corporation or pers…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 8 Section 8

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The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated; and no warrant shall issue but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, particularly describing the place to be searc…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 9 Section 9

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All courts shall be open, and every man for any injury done him in his lands, goods, person or reputation shall have remedy by due process of law, and right and justice administered without sale, denial or delay. Suits may be brought against the state in such manner, in such cour…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 10 Section 10

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Until otherwise provided by law, no person shall, for a felony, be proceeded against criminally, otherwise than by indictment, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia when in actual service in time of war or public danger. In all other cases, offens…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 11 Section 11

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All persons shall be bailable by sufficient sureties, unless for capital offenses when the proof is evident or the presumption great. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor shall cruel or unusual punishments be inflicted. Witnesses shall not be unr…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 12 Section 12

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In criminal prosecutions in any court whatever, the party accused shall have the right to a speedy and public trial; to have the process of the court to compel the attendance of witnesses in his behalf; and to appear and defend in person and with counsel. No person shall be twice…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 13 Section 13

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The right of trial by jury shall be secured to all, and remain inviolate. A person accused of a crime for which he may be confined for a period of more than one year has the right of trial by a jury of twelve. The legislative assembly may determine the size of the jury for all ot…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 14 Section 14

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The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended unless, when in case of rebellion or invasion, the public safety may require.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 15 Section 15

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No person shall be imprisoned for debt unless upon refusal to deliver up his estate for the benefit of his creditors, in such manner as shall be prescribed by law; or in cases of tort; or where there is strong presumption of fraud.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 16 Section 16

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Private property shall not be taken or damaged for public use without just compensation having been first made to, or paid into court for the owner, unless the owner chooses to accept annual payments as may be provided for by law. No right of way shall be appropriated to the use …

N.D. Const. art. I, § 17 Section 17

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Treason against the state shall consist only in levying war against it, adhering to its enemies or giving them aid and comfort. No person shall be convicted of treason unless on the evidence of two witnesses to the same overt act, or confession in open court.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 18 Section 18

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No bill of attainder, ex post facto law, or law impairing the obligations of contracts shall ever be passed.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 19 Section 19

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The military shall be subordinate to the civil power. No standing army shall be maintained by this state in time of peace, and no soldiers shall, in time of peace, be quartered in any house without the consent of the owner; nor in time of war, except in the manner prescribed by l…

N.D. Const. art. I, § 20 Section 20

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To guard against transgressions of the high powers which we have delegated, we declare that everything in this article is excepted out of the general powers of government and shall forever remain inviolate.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 21 Section 21

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No special privileges or immunities shall ever be granted which may not be altered, revoked or repealed by the legislative assembly; nor shall any citizen or class of citizens be granted privileges or immunities which upon the same terms shall not be granted to all citizens.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 22 Section 22

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All laws of a general nature shall have a uniform operation.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 23 Section 23

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The state of North Dakota is an inseparable part of the American union and the Constitution of the United States is the supreme law of the land.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 24 Section 24

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The provisions of this constitution are mandatory and prohibitory unless, by express words, they are declared to be otherwise.

N.D. Const. art. I, § 25 Section 25

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1. To preserve and protect the right of crime victims to justice, to ensure crime victims a meaningful role throughout the criminal and juvenile justice systems, and to ensure that crime victims' rights and interests are respected and protected by law in a manner no less vigorous…