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Ak. Const. art. I, § 2
Ak. Const. art. I, § 2
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US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
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AK Const., Article I, Section 2
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 2"]
Article I / Section 2
in_force
Effect of Referendum If the constitution shall be adopted by the electors and if a majority of all the votes cast for and against this ordinance favor its adoption, then the following shall become operative upon the effective date of the constitution: "As a matter of immediate public necessity, to relieve economic dist...
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A12_S0
Ak. Const. art. 12, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 12, § 0
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US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article 12
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 12", "Section 0"]
Article 12 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. State Boundaries The State of Alaska shall consist of all the territory, together with the territorial waters appurtenant thereto, included in the Territory of Alaska upon the date of ratification of this constitution by the people of Alaska. § 2. Intergovernmental Relations The State and its political su...
872
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S14
Ak. Const. art. I, § 14
Ak. Const. art. I, § 14
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article I, Section 14
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 14"]
Article I / Section 14
in_force
Convention Assistance The president of the Alaska Constitutional Convention, or a person designated by him, may assist in carrying out the purposes of this ordinance. The unexpended and unobligated funds appropriated to the Alaska Constitutional Convention by Chapter 46, SLA 1955, may be used to defray expenses attribu...
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A1_S0
Ak. Const. art. 1, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 1, § 0
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US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
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AK Const., Article 1
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 1", "Section 0"]
Article 1 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Inherent Rights This constitution is dedicated to the principles that all persons have a natural right to life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness, and the enjoyment of the rewards of their own industry; that all persons are equal and entitled to equal rights, opportunities, and protection under the law; a...
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A11_S0
Ak. Const. art. 11, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 11, § 0
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article 11
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 11", "Section 0"]
Article 11 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Initiative and Referendum The people may propose and enact laws by the initiative, and approve or reject acts of the legislature by the referendum. § 2. Application An initiative or referendum is proposed by an application containing the bill to be initiated or the act to be referred. The application shal...
561
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A7_S0
Ak. Const. art. 7, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 7, § 0
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article 7
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 7", "Section 0"]
Article 7 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Public Education The legislature shall by general law establish and maintain a system of public schools open to all children of the State, and may provide for other public educational institutions. Schools and institutions so established shall be free from sectarian control. No money shall be paid from pu...
210
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S4
Ak. Const. art. I, § 4
Ak. Const. art. I, § 4
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
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AK Const., Article I, Section 4
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 4"]
Article I / Section 4
in_force
Election of Senators and Representative Two United States senators and one United State representative shall be chosen at the 1956 general election.
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S9
Ak. Const. art. I, § 9
Ak. Const. art. I, § 9
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
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9
AK Const., Article I, Section 9
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 9"]
Article I / Section 9
in_force
Independent Candidates Persons not representing any political party may become independent candidates for the offices of senator or representative by filing applications in the manner provided in section 38-5-10, ACLA 1949, insofar as applicable. Applications must be filed in the office of the director of finance of th...
55
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S12
Ak. Const. art. I, § 12
Ak. Const. art. I, § 12
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US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article I, Section 12
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 12"]
Article I / Section 12
in_force
Ballot Form; Who Elected The ballot form shall group separately the candidates seeking the regular senate term, those seeking the short senate term, and candidates for representative. The candidate for each office receiving the largest number of votes cast for that office shall be elected.
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S1
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 1
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 1
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
1
AK Const., Article 15, Section 1
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 1"]
Article 15 / Section 1
in_force
Ballot Each elector who offers to vote upon the ratification of the constitution may, upon the same ballot, vote on a third proposition, which shall be as follows: "Shall Ordinance Number Three of the Alaska Constitutional Convention, prohibiting the use of fish traps for the taking of salmon for commercial purposes in...
66
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S4
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 4
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 4
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
4
AK Const., Article 15, Section 4
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 4"]
Article 15 / Section 4
in_force
Election of Senators and Representative Two United States senators and one United State representative shall be chosen at the 1956 general election.
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S5
Ak. Const. art. I, § 5
Ak. Const. art. I, § 5
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US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
5
AK Const., Article I, Section 5
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 5"]
Article I / Section 5
in_force
Terms One senator shall be chosen for the regular term expiring on January 3, 1963, and the other for an initial short term expiring on January 3, 1961, unless when they are seated the Senate prescribes other expiration dates. The representative shall be chosen for the regular term of two years expiring January 3, 1959...
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S13
Ak. Const. art. I, § 13
Ak. Const. art. I, § 13
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
13
AK Const., Article I, Section 13
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 13"]
Article I / Section 13
in_force
Duties and Emoluments The duties and emoluments of the offices of senator and representative shall be as prescribed by law.
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A10_S0
Ak. Const. art. 10, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 10, § 0
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
0
AK Const., Article 10
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 10", "Section 0"]
Article 10 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Purpose and Construction The purpose of this article is to provide for maximum local self-government with a minimum of local government units, and to prevent duplication of tax-levying jurisdictions. A liberal construction shall be given to the powers of local government units. § 2. Local Government Power...
785
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S9
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 9
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 9
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
9
AK Const., Article 15, Section 9
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 9"]
Article 15 / Section 9
in_force
Independent Candidates Persons not representing any political party may become independent candidates for the offices of senator or representative by filing applications in the manner provided in section 38-5-10, ACLA 1949, insofar as applicable. Applications must be filed in the office of the director of finance of th...
55
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A14_S0
Ak. Const. art. 14, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 14, § 0
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
0
AK Const., Article 14
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 14", "Section 0"]
Article 14 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] Repealed by 1998 Ballot Measure No. 3.
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S8
Ak. Const. art. I, § 8
Ak. Const. art. I, § 8
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
8
AK Const., Article I, Section 8
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 8"]
Article I / Section 8
in_force
Election Procedure Except as provided herein, the laws of the Territory governing elections to the office of Delegate to Congress shall, to the extent applicable, govern the election of the senators and representative. Territorial and other officials shall perform their duties with reference to this election accordingl...
47
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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0
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SCONST_AK_AI_S1
Ak. Const. art. I, § 1
Ak. Const. art. I, § 1
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
1
AK Const., Article I, Section 1
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 1"]
Article I / Section 1
in_force
Ballot Each elector who offers to vote upon the ratification of the constitution may, upon the same ballot, vote on a third proposition, which shall be as follows: "Shall Ordinance Number Three of the Alaska Constitutional Convention, prohibiting the use of fish traps for the taking of salmon for commercial purposes in...
66
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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0
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null
SCONST_AK_A8_S0
Ak. Const. art. 8, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 8, § 0
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
0
AK Const., Article 8
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 8", "Section 0"]
Article 8 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Statement of Policy It is the policy of the State to encourage the settlement of its land and the development of its resources by making them available for maximum use consistent with the public interest. § 2. General Authority The legislature shall provide for the utilization, development, and conservati...
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S15
Ak. Const. art. I, § 15
Ak. Const. art. I, § 15
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
15
AK Const., Article I, Section 15
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 15"]
Article I / Section 15
in_force
Alternate Effective Dates If the Congress of the United States seats the senators and representative elected pursuant to this ordinance and approves the constitution before the first election of state officers, then section 25 of article XV shall be void and shall be replaced by the following: "The provisions of the co...
100
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S15
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 15
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 15
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
15
AK Const., Article 15, Section 15
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 15"]
Article 15 / Section 15
in_force
Alternate Effective Dates If the Congress of the United States seats the senators and representative elected pursuant to this ordinance and approves the constitution before the first election of state officers, then section 25 of article XV shall be void and shall be replaced by the following: "The provisions of the co...
100
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S3
Ak. Const. art. I, § 3
Ak. Const. art. I, § 3
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
3
AK Const., Article I, Section 3
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 3"]
Article I / Section 3
in_force
Approval Upon ratification of the constitution by the people of Alaska and separate approval of this ordinance by a majority of all votes cast for and against it, the remainder of this ordinance shall become effective.
36
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S8
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 8
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 8
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
8
AK Const., Article 15, Section 8
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 8"]
Article 15 / Section 8
in_force
Election Procedure Except as provided herein, the laws of the Territory governing elections to the office of Delegate to Congress shall, to the extent applicable, govern the election of the senators and representative. Territorial and other officials shall perform their duties with reference to this election accordingl...
47
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S2
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 2
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 2
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
2
AK Const., Article 15, Section 2
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 2"]
Article 15 / Section 2
in_force
Effect of Referendum If the constitution shall be adopted by the electors and if a majority of all the votes cast for and against this ordinance favor its adoption, then the following shall become operative upon the effective date of the constitution: "As a matter of immediate public necessity, to relieve economic dist...
276
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S14
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 14
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 14
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
14
AK Const., Article 15, Section 14
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 14"]
Article 15 / Section 14
in_force
Convention Assistance The president of the Alaska Constitutional Convention, or a person designated by him, may assist in carrying out the purposes of this ordinance. The unexpended and unobligated funds appropriated to the Alaska Constitutional Convention by Chapter 46, SLA 1955, may be used to defray expenses attribu...
58
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A13_S0
Ak. Const. art. 13, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 13, § 0
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article 13
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 13", "Section 0"]
Article 13 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Amendments Amendments to this constitution may be proposed by a two-thirds vote of each house of the legislature. The lieutenant governor shall prepare a ballot title and proposition summarizing each proposed amendment, and shall place them on the ballot for the next general election. If a majority of the...
327
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S10
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 10
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 10
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
10
AK Const., Article 15, Section 10
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 10"]
Article 15 / Section 10
in_force
Party Nominations Party nominations for senators and representative shall, for this election only, be made by party conventions in the manner prescribed in section 38-4-11, ACLA 1949, for filling a vacancy in a party nomination occurring after a primary election. The names of the candidates nominated shall be certified...
76
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S11
Ak. Const. art. I, § 11
Ak. Const. art. I, § 11
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
11
AK Const., Article I, Section 11
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 11"]
Article I / Section 11
in_force
Certification The director of finance shall certify the names of all candidates for senators and representatives to the clerks of court by July 15, 1956. The clerks of court shall cause the names to be printed on the official ballot for the general election. Independent candidates shall be identified as provided in sec...
78
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A5_S0
Ak. Const. art. 5, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 5, § 0
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article 5
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 5", "Section 0"]
Article 5 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Qualified Voters Every citizen of the United States who is at least eighteen years of age, who meets registration residency requirements which may be prescribed by law, and who is qualified to vote under this article, may vote in any state or local election. A voter shall have been, immediately preceding ...
285
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S5
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 5
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 5
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
5
AK Const., Article 15, Section 5
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 5"]
Article 15 / Section 5
in_force
Terms One senator shall be chosen for the regular term expiring on January 3, 1963, and the other for an initial short term expiring on January 3, 1961, unless when they are seated the Senate prescribes other expiration dates. The representative shall be chosen for the regular term of two years expiring January 3, 1959...
55
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S11
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 11
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 11
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
11
AK Const., Article 15, Section 11
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 11"]
Article 15 / Section 11
in_force
Certification The director of finance shall certify the names of all candidates for senators and representatives to the clerks of court by July 15, 1956. The clerks of court shall cause the names to be printed on the official ballot for the general election. Independent candidates shall be identified as provided in sec...
78
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S6
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 6
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 6
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
6
AK Const., Article 15, Section 6
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 6"]
Article 15 / Section 6
in_force
Qualifications Candidates for senators and representative shall have the qualifications prescribed in the Constitution of the United States and shall be qualified voters of Alaska.
25
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S3
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 3
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 3
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
3
AK Const., Article 15, Section 3
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 3"]
Article 15 / Section 3
in_force
Approval Upon ratification of the constitution by the people of Alaska and separate approval of this ordinance by a majority of all votes cast for and against it, the remainder of this ordinance shall become effective.
36
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S6
Ak. Const. art. I, § 6
Ak. Const. art. I, § 6
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
6
AK Const., Article I, Section 6
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 6"]
Article I / Section 6
in_force
Qualifications Candidates for senators and representative shall have the qualifications prescribed in the Constitution of the United States and shall be qualified voters of Alaska.
25
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S12
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 12
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 12
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
12
AK Const., Article 15, Section 12
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 12"]
Article 15 / Section 12
in_force
Ballot Form; Who Elected The ballot form shall group separately the candidates seeking the regular senate term, those seeking the short senate term, and candidates for representative. The candidate for each office receiving the largest number of votes cast for that office shall be elected.
45
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A6_S0
Ak. Const. art. 6, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 6, § 0
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
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AK Const., Article 6
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 6", "Section 0"]
Article 6 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. House Districts Members of the house of representatives shall be elected by the qualified voters of the respective house districts. The boundaries of the house districts shall be set under this article following the official reporting of each decennial census of the United States. [Amended 1998] § 2. Sena...
1,006
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_AI_S10
Ak. Const. art. I, § 10
Ak. Const. art. I, § 10
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
10
AK Const., Article I, Section 10
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 10"]
Article I / Section 10
in_force
Party Nominations Party nominations for senators and representative shall, for this election only, be made by party conventions in the manner prescribed in section 38-4-11, ACLA 1949, for filling a vacancy in a party nomination occurring after a primary election. The names of the candidates nominated shall be certified...
76
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A3_S0
Ak. Const. art. 3, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 3, § 0
ak
US
constitution
null
Alaska Constitution
null
null
0
AK Const., Article 3
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 3", "Section 0"]
Article 3 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. § 1. Executive Power The executive power of the State is vested in the governor. § 2. Governor: Qualifications The governor shall be at least thirty years of age and a qualified voter of the State. He shall have been a resident of Alaska at least seven years immediately preceding his filing for office, an...
1,381
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A4_S0
Ak. Const. art. 4, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 4, § 0
ak
US
constitution
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Alaska Constitution
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AK Const., Article 4
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 4", "Section 0"]
Article 4 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Judicial Power and Jurisdiction The judicial power of the State is vested in a supreme court, a superior court, and the courts established by the legislature. The jurisdiction of courts shall be prescribed by law. The courts shall constitute a unified judicial system for operation and administration. Judi...
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A9_S0
Ak. Const. art. 9, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 9, § 0
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constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
0
AK Const., Article 9
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 9", "Section 0"]
Article 9 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Taxing Power The power of taxation shall never be surrendered. This power shall not be suspended or contracted away, except as provided in this article. § 2. Nondiscrimination The lands and other property belonging to citizens of the United States residing without the State shall never be taxed at a highe...
1,406
https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AK_A15_S7
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 7
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 7
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constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
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7
AK Const., Article 15, Section 7
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 7"]
Article 15 / Section 7
in_force
Other Office Holding Until the admission of Alaska as a state, the senators and representative may also hold or be nominated and elected to other offices of the United States or of the Territory of Alaska, provided that no person may receive compensation for more than one office.
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SCONST_AK_A15_S13
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 13
Ak. Const. art. 15, § 13
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constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
null
13
AK Const., Article 15, Section 13
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 15", "Section 13"]
Article 15 / Section 13
in_force
Duties and Emoluments The duties and emoluments of the offices of senator and representative shall be as prescribed by law.
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SCONST_AK_AI_S7
Ak. Const. art. I, § 7
Ak. Const. art. I, § 7
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constitution
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Alaska Constitution
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7
AK Const., Article I, Section 7
["Alaska Constitution", "Article I", "Section 7"]
Article I / Section 7
in_force
Other Office Holding Until the admission of Alaska as a state, the senators and representative may also hold or be nominated and elected to other offices of the United States or of the Territory of Alaska, provided that no person may receive compensation for more than one office.
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SCONST_AK_A2_S0
Ak. Const. art. 2, § 0
Ak. Const. art. 2, § 0
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constitution
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Alaska Constitution
null
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AK Const., Article 2
["Alaska Constitution", "Article 2", "Section 0"]
Article 2 / Section 0
in_force
[ edit ] § 1. Legislative Power; Membership The legislative power of the State is vested in a legislature consisting of a senate with a membership of twenty and a house of representatives with a membership of forty. § 2. Members: Qualifications A member of the legislature shall be a qualified voter who has been a resid...
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https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Constitution_of_the_State_of_Alaska
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SCONST_AL_A14_S258
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 258
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 258
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constitution
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Article 14
EDUCATION
258
Property donated or appropriated for educational purposes and estates of persons dying without will or heirs to be applied to furtherance of education. All lands or other property given by individuals
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Alabama Constitution / Article 14 / Section 258
in_force
Sec. 258. Property donated or appropriated for educational purposes and estates of persons dying without will or heirs to be applied to furtherance of education. All lands or other property given by individuals, or appropriated by the state for educational purposes, and all estates of deceased persons who die without l...
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SCONST_AL_A12_S227
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 227
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 227
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constitution
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Article 12
CORPORATIONS
227
Liability of public utilities in municipal corporations for damages to abutting property owners. Any person, firm, association, or corporation, who may construct or operate any public utility along or
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Alabama Constitution / Article 12 / Section 227
in_force
Sec. 227. Liability of public utilities in municipal corporations for damages to abutting property owners. Any person, firm, association, or corporation, who may construct or operate any public utility along or across the public streets of any city, town, or village, under any privilege or franchise permitting such con...
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SCONST_AL_A6_S140
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 140
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 140
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constitution
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Article 6
JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT
140
The supreme court. (a) The supreme court shall be the highest court of the state and shall consist of one chief justice and such number of associate justices as may be prescribed by law. (b) The supre
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Alabama Constitution / Article 6 / Section 140
in_force
Sec. 140. The supreme court. (a) The supreme court shall be the highest court of the state and shall consist of one chief justice and such number of associate justices as may be prescribed by law. (b) The supreme court shall have original jurisdiction (1) of cases and controversies as provided by this Constitution, (2)...
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SCONST_AL_A7_S176
Alabama Const. art. 7, § 176
Alabama Const. art. 7, § 176
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constitution
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Article 7
IMPEACHMENTS
176
Limitation on impeachment penalties; accused person liable to indictment and punishment. The penalties in cases arising under this article [does] not extend beyond removal from office, and disqualific
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Alabama Constitution / Article 7 / Section 176
in_force
Sec. 176. Limitation on impeachment penalties; accused person liable to indictment and punishment. The penalties in cases arising under this article [does] not extend beyond removal from office, and disqualifications from holding office, under the authority of this state, for the term for which the officer was elected ...
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SCONST_AL_A10_S207
Alabama Const. art. 10, § 207
Alabama Const. art. 10, § 207
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constitution
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Article 10
EXEMPTIONS
207
Laborers’ liens and mechanics’ liens not barred by
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Alabama Constitution / Article 10 / Section 207
in_force
Sec. 207. Laborers’ liens and mechanics’ liens not barred by sections 204 and 205. The provisions of sections 204 and 205 of this Constitution shall not be so construed as to prevent a laborers’ lien for work done and performed for the person claiming such exemption, or a mechanics’ lien for work done on the premi...
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SCONST_AL_A1_S13
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 13
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 13
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constitution
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Article 1
DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
13
Courts to be open; remedies for all injuries; impartiality of justice. That all courts shall be open; and that every person, for any injury done him, in his lands, goods, person, or reputation, shall
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Alabama Constitution / Article 1 / Section 13
in_force
Sec. 13. Courts to be open; remedies for all injuries; impartiality of justice. That all courts shall be open; and that every person, for any injury done him, in his lands, goods, person, or reputation, shall have a remedy by due process of law; and right and justice shall be administered without sale, denial, or delay...
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SCONST_AL_A4_S47
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 47
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 47
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
47
Qualifications of senators and representatives. Senators shall be at least twenty-five years of age, and representatives twenty-one years of age at the time of their election. They shall have been cit
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 47
in_force
Sec. 47. Qualifications of senators and representatives. Senators shall be at least twenty-five years of age, and representatives twenty-one years of age at the time of their election. They shall have been citizens and residents of this state for three years and residents of their respective counties or districts for o...
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SCONST_AL_A1_S7
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 7
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 7
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constitution
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Article 1
DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
7
Accusation, arrest and detention; punishment limited to laws established prior to offense. That no person shall be accused or arrested, or detained, except in cases ascertained by law, and according t
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Alabama Constitution / Article 1 / Section 7
in_force
Sec. 7. Accusation, arrest and detention; punishment limited to laws established prior to offense. That no person shall be accused or arrested, or detained, except in cases ascertained by law, and according to the form which the same has prescribed; and no person shall be punished but by virtue of a law established and...
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SCONST_AL_A3_S43
Alabama Const. art. 3, § 43
Alabama Const. art. 3, § 43
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constitution
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Article 3
DISTRIBUTION OF POWERS OF GOVERNMENT
43
Approval of Legislature for court orders requiring disbursement of state funds. No order of a state court which requires disbursement of state funds shall be binding on the state or any state official
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Alabama Constitution / Article 3 / Section 43
in_force
Sec. 43. Approval of Legislature for court orders requiring disbursement of state funds. No order of a state court which requires disbursement of state funds shall be binding on the state or any state official until the order has been approved by asimple majority of both houses of the Legislature. This section shall no...
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SCONST_AL_A1_S27
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 27
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 27
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constitution
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Article 1
DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
27
Standing army; military subordinate to civil power. That no standing army shall be kept up without the consent of the legislature, and, in that case, no appropriation for its support shall be made for
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Alabama Constitution / Article 1 / Section 27
in_force
Sec. 27. Standing army; military subordinate to civil power. That no standing army shall be kept up without the consent of the legislature, and, in that case, no appropriation for its support shall be made for a longer term than one year; and the military shall, in all cases, and at all times, be in strict subordinatio...
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SCONST_AL_A5_S136
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 136
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 136
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constitution
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Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
136
Vacancy in office or unsoundness of mind of attorney general, state auditor, secretary of state, state treasurer, or commissioner of agriculture and industries. Should the office of attorney-general,
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 136
in_force
Sec. 136. Vacancy in office or unsoundness of mind of attorney general, state auditor, secretary of state, state treasurer, or commissioner of agriculture and industries. Should the office of attorney-general, state auditor, secretary of state, state treasurer, or commissioner of agriculture and industries become vacan...
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SCONST_AL_A12_S223
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 223
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 223
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constitution
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Article 12
CORPORATIONS
223
Limitation on assessments for public improvements by municipal corporations. No city, town, or other municipality shall make any assessment for the cost of sidewalks or street paving, or for the cost
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Alabama Constitution / Article 12 / Section 223
in_force
Sec. 223. Limitation on assessments for public improvements by municipal corporations. No city, town, or other municipality shall make any assessment for the cost of sidewalks or street paving, or for the cost of the construction of any sewers against property abutting on such street or sidewalk so paved, or drained by...
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SCONST_AL_A15_S274
Alabama Const. art. 15, § 274
Alabama Const. art. 15, § 274
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constitution
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Article 15
MILITIA
274
Volunteer organizations. Volunteer organizations of infantry, cavalry, and artillery and naval militia may be formed in such manner and under such restrictions and with such privileges as may be provi
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Alabama Constitution / Article 15 / Section 274
in_force
Sec. 274. Volunteer organizations. Volunteer organizations of infantry, cavalry, and artillery and naval militia may be formed in such manner and under such restrictions and with such privileges as may be provided by law.
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SCONST_AL_A5_S113
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 113
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 113
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constitution
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Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
113
Supreme executive power vested in Governor. The supreme executive power of this state shall be vested in a chief magistrate, who shall be styled ‘‘The Governor of the State of Alabama.’’
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 113
in_force
Sec. 113. Supreme executive power vested in Governor. The supreme executive power of this state shall be vested in a chief magistrate, who shall be styled ‘‘The Governor of the State of Alabama.’’
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SCONST_AL_A4_S91
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 91
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 91
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constitution
null
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
91
Exemption from taxation of state, county, municipal, cemetery and certain religious, educational and charitable property. The legislature shall not tax the property, real or personal, of the state, co
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 91
in_force
Sec. 91. Exemption from taxation of state, county, municipal, cemetery and certain religious, educational and charitable property. The legislature shall not tax the property, real or personal, of the state, counties, or other municipal corporations, or cemeteries; nor lots in incorporated cities and towns, or within on...
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SCONST_AL_A5_S125
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 125
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 125
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constitution
null
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Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
125
Presentation of bills to governor for signature; veto power of governor; procedure for passage of bill after veto by governor; effect of failure of governor to sign bill. Every bill which shall have p
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 125
in_force
Sec. 125. Presentation of bills to governor for signature; veto power of governor; procedure for passage of bill after veto by governor; effect of failure of governor to sign bill. Every bill which shall have passed both houses of the legislature, except as otherwise provided in this Constitution, shall be presented to...
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SCONST_AL_A6_S139
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 139
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 139
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constitution
null
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Article 6
JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT
139
Judicial power. (a) Except as otherwise provided by this Constitution, the judicial power of the state shall be vested exclusively in a unified judicial system which shall consist of a supreme court,
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Alabama Constitution / Article 6 / Section 139
in_force
Sec. 139. Judicial power. (a) Except as otherwise provided by this Constitution, the judicial power of the state shall be vested exclusively in a unified judicial system which shall consist of a supreme court, a court of criminal appeals, a court of civil appeals, 79 a trial court of general jurisdiction known as the...
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SCONST_AL_A12_S228
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 228
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 228
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constitution
null
null
Article 12
CORPORATIONS
228
Maximum term of public utility franchises in cities and towns having population of six thousand or more. No city or town having a population of more than six thousand shall have authority to grant to
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Alabama Constitution / Article 12 / Section 228
in_force
Sec. 228. Maximum term of public utility franchises in cities and towns having population of six thousand or more. No city or town having a population of more than six thousand shall have authority to grant to any person, firm, corporation, or association the right to use its streets, avenues, alleys, or public places ...
997
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SCONST_AL_A4_S96
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 96
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 96
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constitution
null
null
Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
96
Uniformity of laws regulating court costs and charges and fees, commissions and allowances of public officers. The legislature shall not enact any law not applicable to all the counties in the state,
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 96
in_force
Sec. 96. Uniformity of laws regulating court costs and charges and fees, commissions and allowances of public officers. The legislature shall not enact any law not applicable to all the counties in the state, regulating costs and charges of courts, or fees, commissions or allowances of public officers. Sec. 96.01. Sal...
395
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SCONST_AL_A5_S133
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 133
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 133
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constitution
null
null
Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
133
Great seal of state. There shall be a seal of the state, which shall be used officially by the
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 133
in_force
Sec. 133. Great seal of state. There shall be a seal of the state, which shall be used officially by the 75 governor, and the seal now in use shall continue to be used until another shall have been adopted by the legislature. The seal shall be called ‘‘The Great Seal of the State of Alabama.’’ Sec. 134. Duties of sec...
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SCONST_AL_A1_S10
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 10
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 10
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constitution
null
null
Article 1
DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
10
Right to prosecute civil cause. That no person shall be barred from prosecuting or defending before any tribunal in this state, by himself or counsel, any civil cause to which he is a party.
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Alabama Constitution / Article 1 / Section 10
in_force
Sec. 10. Right to prosecute civil cause. That no person shall be barred from prosecuting or defending before any tribunal in this state, by himself or counsel, any civil cause to which he is a party.
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SCONST_AL_A14_S261
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 261
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 261
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constitution
null
null
Article 14
EDUCATION
261
Percentage of school funds for teachers’ salaries. Not more than four per cent. of all moneys raised or which may hereafter be appropriated for the support of public schools, shall be used or expended
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Alabama Constitution / Article 14 / Section 261
in_force
Sec. 261. Percentage of school funds for teachers’ salaries. Not more than four per cent. of all moneys raised or which may hereafter be appropriated for the support of public schools, shall be used or expended otherwise than for the payment of teachers employed in such schools; provided, that the legislature may, by a...
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SCONST_AL_A12_S226
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 226
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 226
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constitution
null
null
Article 12
CORPORATIONS
226
Indebtedness of municipal corporations — Municipal cor porations whose present indebtedness exceeds constitu tional limitation; exception as to Sheffield and Tuscum bia. No city, town, or village, who
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Alabama Constitution / Article 12 / Section 226
in_force
Sec. 226. Indebtedness of municipal corporations — Municipal cor porations whose present indebtedness exceeds constitu tional limitation; exception as to Sheffield and Tuscum bia. No city, town, or village, whose present indebtedness exceeds the limitation imposed by this Constitution, shall be allowed to become indebt...
102
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SCONST_AL_A4_S57
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 57
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 57
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
57
Doors of each house to be open; exceptions; restrictions on admittance to floor. The doors of each house shall be opened except on such occasions as, in the opinion of the house, may require secrecy,
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 57
in_force
Sec. 57. Doors of each house to be open; exceptions; restrictions on admittance to floor. The doors of each house shall be opened except on such occasions as, in the opinion of the house, may require secrecy, but no person shall be admitted to the floor of either house while the same is in session, except members of th...
94
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SCONST_AL_A4_S111
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 111
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 111
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
111
Amendment of bill introduced as general law so as to become special, private or local law on passage. 64
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 111
in_force
Sec. 111. Amendment of bill introduced as general law so as to become special, private or local law on passage. 64 No bill introduced as a general law in either house of the legislature shall be so amended on its passage as to become a special, private or local law. Sec. 111.01. Laws placing responsibility for county ...
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SCONST_AL_A4_S104
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 104
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 104
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
104
Special, private or local laws — Prohibited in certain cases. The legislature shall not pass a special, private, or local law in any of the following cases:
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 104
in_force
Sec. 104. Special, private or local laws — Prohibited in certain cases. The legislature shall not pass a special, private, or local law in any of the following cases: 58 (1) Granting a divorce; (2) Relieving any minor of the disabilities of nonage; (3) Changing the name of any corporation, association, or individua...
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SCONST_AL_A11_S6
Alabama Const. art. 11, § 6
Alabama Const. art. 11, § 6
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constitution
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Article 11
TAXATION AND FINANCE
6
of this Amendment, to be composed of the Governor, the Lieutenant
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Alabama Constitution / Article 11 / Section 6
in_force
Section 6 of this Amendment, to be composed of the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. (10) ‘‘Forever Wild Land Trust’’ means the Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust created by this Amendment. (11) ‘‘Instrument of Dedication’’ means any written document by which an estate...
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SCONST_AL_A9_S200
Alabama Const. art. 9, § 200
Alabama Const. art. 9, § 200
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constitution
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Article 9
REPRESENTATION
200
Duty of Legislature to fix number of senators and divide state into senatorial districts; equality of senatorial districts; senatorial districts not to be changed until next apportioning session; divi
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Alabama Constitution / Article 9 / Section 200
in_force
Sec. 200. Duty of Legislature to fix number of senators and divide state into senatorial districts; equality of senatorial districts; senatorial districts not to be changed until next apportioning session; division of counties between senatorial districts prohibited; counties within senatorial districts to be contiguou...
204
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SCONST_AL_A4_S99
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 99
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 99
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
99
Restrictions on donation or sale of state lands to private corporations or individuals; grant of easements to railroad, telephone and telegraph companies. Lands belonging to or under the control of th
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 99
in_force
Sec. 99. Restrictions on donation or sale of state lands to private corporations or individuals; grant of easements to railroad, telephone and telegraph companies. Lands belonging to or under the control of the state shall never be donated, directly or indirectly, to private corporations, associations, or individuals, ...
136
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SCONST_AL_A4_S107
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 107
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 107
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constitution
null
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
107
Special, private or local laws — Notice required by section
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 107
in_force
Sec. 107. Special, private or local laws — Notice required by section 106 prerequisite to repeal or amendment. The legislature shall not, by a special, private, or local law, repeal or modify any special, private, or local law except upon notice being given and shown as provided in the last preceding section.
52
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SCONST_AL_A4_S54
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 54
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 54
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
54
Expulsion for corruption bar to further service in legislature; punishment for contempt or disorderly behavior not bar to indictment for same offense. A member of the legislature, expelled for corrupt
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 54
in_force
Sec. 54. Expulsion for corruption bar to further service in legislature; punishment for contempt or disorderly behavior not bar to indictment for same offense. A member of the legislature, expelled for corruption, shall not thereafter be eligible to either house, and punishment for contempt or disorderly behavior shall...
164
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SCONST_AL_A4_S88
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 88
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 88
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
88
Counties to provide for maintenance of the poor. It shall be the duty of the legislature to require the several counties of this state to make adequate provision for the maintenance of the poor.
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 88
in_force
Sec. 88. Counties to provide for maintenance of the poor. It shall be the duty of the legislature to require the several counties of this state to make adequate provision for the maintenance of the poor.
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SCONST_AL_A1_S4
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 4
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 4
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constitution
null
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Article 1
DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
4
Freedom of speech and press. That no law shall ever be passed to curtail or restrain the liberty of speech or of the press; and any person may speak, write, and publish his sentiments on all subjects,
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Alabama Constitution / Article 1 / Section 4
in_force
Sec. 4. Freedom of speech and press. That no law shall ever be passed to curtail or restrain the liberty of speech or of the press; and any person may speak, write, and publish his sentiments on all subjects, being responsible for the abuse of that liberty.
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SCONST_AL_A4_S53
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 53
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 53
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
53
Rules of proceedings of both houses; punishment for contempt or disorderly behavior; enforcement of process; protection of members from violence, bribes, etc.; expulsion of members. Each house shall h
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 53
in_force
Sec. 53. Rules of proceedings of both houses; punishment for contempt or disorderly behavior; enforcement of process; protection of members from violence, bribes, etc.; expulsion of members. Each house shall have power to determine the rules of its proceedings and to punish its members and other persons, for contempt o...
113
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SCONST_AL_A4_S92
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 92
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 92
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
92
Rules and regulations to ascertain value of property exempted from sale under legal process. The legislature shall by law prescribe such rules and regulations as may be necessary to ascertain the valu
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 92
in_force
Sec. 92. Rules and regulations to ascertain value of property exempted from sale under legal process. The legislature shall by law prescribe such rules and regulations as may be necessary to ascertain the value of real and personal property exempted from sale under legal process by this Constitution, and to secure the ...
60
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SCONST_AL_A4_S48
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 48
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 48
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constitution
null
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
48
Time and place of meetings of legislature; maximum length of sessions. The legislature shall meet quadrennially at the capitol in the senate chamber, and in the hall of the house of representatives, o
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 48
in_force
Sec. 48. Time and place of meetings of legislature; maximum length of sessions. The legislature shall meet quadrennially at the capitol in the senate chamber, and in the hall of the house of representatives, on the second Tuesday in January next succeeding their election, or on such other day as may be 22 prescribed ...
765
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SCONST_AL_A12_S222
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 222
Alabama Const. art. 12, § 222
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constitution
null
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Article 12
CORPORATIONS
222
Issuance of bonds by counties, municipal corporations, districts and other political subdivisions of counties. The legislature, after the ratification of this Constitution, shall have author ity to pa
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Alabama Constitution / Article 12 / Section 222
in_force
Sec. 222. Issuance of bonds by counties, municipal corporations, districts and other political subdivisions of counties. The legislature, after the ratification of this Constitution, shall have author ity to pass general laws authorizing the counties, cities, towns, villages, districts, or other political subdivisions ...
980
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SCONST_AL_A6_S156
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 156
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 156
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constitution
null
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Article 6
JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT
156
Judicial Inquiry Commission. (a) A Judicial Inquiry Commission is created consisting of nine members. The Supreme Court shall appoint one appellate judge who shall not be a Justice on the Supreme Cour
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Alabama Constitution / Article 6 / Section 156
in_force
Sec. 156. Judicial Inquiry Commission. (a) A Judicial Inquiry Commission is created consisting of nine members. The Supreme Court shall appoint one appellate judge who shall not be a Justice on the Supreme Court; the Circuit Judges’ Association shall appoint two judges of the circuit court; the Governor shall appoint t...
379
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SCONST_AL_A5_S123
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 123
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 123
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constitution
null
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Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
123
Reports and information to be given legislature by governor; presentation of budget to legislature. The governor shall, from time to time, give to the legislature information of the state of the gover
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 123
in_force
Sec. 123. Reports and information to be given legislature by governor; presentation of budget to legislature. The governor shall, from time to time, give to the legislature information of the state of the government, and recommend for its consideration such measures as he may deem expedient; and at the commencement of ...
134
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SCONST_AL_A4_S50
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 50
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 50
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constitution
null
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
50
Number of senators and representatives; apportionment of legislators. The legislature shall consist of not more than thirty-five senators, and not more than one hundred and five members of the house o
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 50
in_force
Sec. 50. Number of senators and representatives; apportionment of legislators. The legislature shall consist of not more than thirty-five senators, and not more than one hundred and five members of the house of representatives, to be apportioned among the several districts and counties, as prescribed in this Constituti...
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SCONST_AL_A5_S117
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 117
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 117
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constitution
null
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Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
117
Qualifications of governor and lieutenant governor; lieu tenant governor ex officio president of senate. The governor and lieutenant governor shall each be at least thirty years of age when elected, a
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 117
in_force
Sec. 117. Qualifications of governor and lieutenant governor; lieu tenant governor ex officio president of senate. The governor and lieutenant governor shall each be at least thirty years of age when elected, and shall have been citizens of the United States ten years and resident citizens of this state at least seven ...
85
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SCONST_AL_A18_S284
Alabama Const. art. 18, § 284
Alabama Const. art. 18, § 284
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constitution
null
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Article 18
MODE OF AMENDING THE CONSTITUTION
284
Manner of proposing amendments; submission of amend ments to electors; election on amendments; proclama tion of result of election; basis of representation in legislature not to be changed by amendmen
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Alabama Constitution / Article 18 / Section 284
in_force
Sec. 284. Manner of proposing amendments; submission of amend ments to electors; election on amendments; proclama tion of result of election; basis of representation in legislature not to be changed by amendment. Amendments may be proposed to this Constitution by the legislature in the manner following: The proposed am...
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SCONST_AL_A7_S175
Alabama Const. art. 7, § 175
Alabama Const. art. 7, § 175
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constitution
null
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Article 7
IMPEACHMENTS
175
County officers, and officers of an incorporated city or town. A county officer and officer of an incorporated city or town may be tried for impeachment for any of the causes specified in Section 173
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Alabama Constitution / Article 7 / Section 175
in_force
Sec. 175. County officers, and officers of an incorporated city or town. A county officer and officer of an incorporated city or town may be tried for impeachment for any of the causes specified in Section 173 and upon conviction be removed from office by a court having jurisdiction to try felony cases in the county or...
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SCONST_AL_A4_S75
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 75
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 75
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constitution
null
null
Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
75
Change of venue in civil and criminal cases. The power to change the venue in civil and criminal causes is vested in the courts, to be exercised in such manner as shall be provided by law.
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 75
in_force
Sec. 75. Change of venue in civil and criminal cases. The power to change the venue in civil and criminal causes is vested in the courts, to be exercised in such manner as shall be provided by law.
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SCONST_AL_A14_S270
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 270
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 270
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constitution
null
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Article 14
EDUCATION
270
Applicability of article to Mobile County. The provisions of this article and of any act of the legislature passed in pursuance thereof for educational purposes, shall apply to Mobile county only so f
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Alabama Constitution / Article 14 / Section 270
in_force
Sec. 270. Applicability of article to Mobile County. The provisions of this article and of any act of the legislature passed in pursuance thereof for educational purposes, shall apply to Mobile county only so far as to authorize and require the authorities designated by law to draw the portions of the funds to which sa...
108
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SCONST_AL_A1_S15
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 15
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 15
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constitution
null
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Article 1
DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
15
Excessive fines; cruel or unusual punishment. That excessive fines shall not be imposed, nor cruel or unusual punishment inflicted.
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Alabama Constitution / Article 1 / Section 15
in_force
Sec. 15. Excessive fines; cruel or unusual punishment. That excessive fines shall not be imposed, nor cruel or unusual punishment inflicted.
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SCONST_AL_A6_S146
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 146
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 146
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constitution
null
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Article 6
JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT
146
Qualifications of judges. Judges of the supreme court, courts of appeals, circuit court and district court shall be licensed to practice law in this state and have such other qualifications as the leg
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Alabama Constitution / Article 6 / Section 146
in_force
Sec. 146. Qualifications of judges. Judges of the supreme court, courts of appeals, circuit court and district court shall be licensed to practice law in this state and have such other qualifications as the legislature may prescribe. Judges of the probate court shall have such qualifications as may be provided by law.
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SCONST_AL_A4_S68
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 68
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 68
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constitution
null
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
68
Extra compensation not to be granted public officer, employee, contractor, etc., after service rendered or con tract made; increase or decrease of compensation of officers during term of office. The l
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 68
in_force
Sec. 68. Extra compensation not to be granted public officer, employee, contractor, etc., after service rendered or con tract made; increase or decrease of compensation of officers during term of office. The legislature shall have no power to grant or to authorize or require any county or municipal authority to grant, ...
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SCONST_AL_A5_S132
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 132
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 132
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constitution
null
null
Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
132
Qualifications of attorney-general, state auditor, secretary of state, state treasurer, and commissioner of agriculture and industries. No person shall be eligible to the office of attorney-general, s
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 132
in_force
Sec. 132. Qualifications of attorney-general, state auditor, secretary of state, state treasurer, and commissioner of agriculture and industries. No person shall be eligible to the office of attorney-general, state auditor, secretary of state, state treasurer, or commissioner of agriculture and industries unless he sha...
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SCONST_AL_A4_S110
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 110
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 110
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constitution
null
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
110
‘‘General law,’’ ‘‘local law’’ and ‘‘special law’’ defined. A general law is a law which in its terms and effect applies either to the whole state, or to one or more municipalities of the state less t
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 110
in_force
Sec. 110. ‘‘General law,’’ ‘‘local law’’ and ‘‘special law’’ defined. A general law is a law which in its terms and effect applies either to the whole state, or to one or more municipalities of the state less than the whole in a class. A general law applicable to such a class of municipalities shall define the class on...
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SCONST_AL_A14_S262
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 262
Alabama Const. art. 14, § 262
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constitution
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Article 14
EDUCATION
262
Selection, Qualifications, Powers, Duties and Tenure of State Board of Education and Superintendent of Edu cation. 1. General supervision of the public schools in Alabama shall be vested in a state bo
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Alabama Constitution / Article 14 / Section 262
in_force
Sec. 262. Selection, Qualifications, Powers, Duties and Tenure of State Board of Education and Superintendent of Edu cation. 1. General supervision of the public schools in Alabama shall be vested in a state board of education, which shall be elected in such manner as the legislature may provide. 2. The chief state sch...
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SCONST_AL_A1_S24
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 24
Alabama Const. art. 1, § 24
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constitution
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Article 1
DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
24
Navigable waters declared free public highways; taxes, tolls, etc., for use of shores or wharves. That all navigable waters shall remain forever public highways, free to the citizens of the state and
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Alabama Constitution / Article 1 / Section 24
in_force
Sec. 24. Navigable waters declared free public highways; taxes, tolls, etc., for use of shores or wharves. That all navigable waters shall remain forever public highways, free to the citizens of the state and the United States, without tax, impost, or toll; and 10 that no tax, toll, impost, or wharfage shall be deman...
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SCONST_AL_A6_S151
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 151
Alabama Const. art. 6, § 151
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constitution
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Article 6
JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT
151
Number of circuit and district judges. (a) The supreme court shall establish criteria for determining the number and boundaries of judicial circuits and districts, and the number of judges needed in e
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Alabama Constitution / Article 6 / Section 151
in_force
Sec. 151. Number of circuit and district judges. (a) The supreme court shall establish criteria for determining the number and boundaries of judicial circuits and districts, and the number of judges needed in each circuit and district. If the supreme court finds that a need exists for increasing or decreasing the numbe...
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SCONST_AL_A4_S63
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 63
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 63
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
63
Number of readings for bills; recordation of votes on bills; majority vote required for passage of bills. Every bill shall be read on three different days in each house, and no bill shall become alaw,
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 63
in_force
Sec. 63. Number of readings for bills; recordation of votes on bills; majority vote required for passage of bills. Every bill shall be read on three different days in each house, and no bill shall become alaw, unless on its final passage it be read at length,and the vote be taken by yeas and nays, the names of the memb...
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SCONST_AL_A4_S103
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 103
Alabama Const. art. 4, § 103
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constitution
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Article 4
LEGISLATIVEDEPARTMENT
103
Regulation, etc., of common carriers, partnerships, associations, trusts, monopolies and combinations of capital. The legislature shall provide by law for the regulation, prohibition, or reasonable re
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Alabama Constitution / Article 4 / Section 103
in_force
Sec. 103. Regulation, etc., of common carriers, partnerships, associations, trusts, monopolies and combinations of capital. The legislature shall provide by law for the regulation, prohibition, or reasonable restraint of common carriers, partnerships, associations, trusts, monopolies, and combinations of capital, so as...
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SCONST_AL_A5_S121
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 121
Alabama Const. art. 5, § 121
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constitution
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Article 5
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
121
Governor may require reports from officers of executive department and officers and managers of state institutions; false reports or failure to file reports constitutes impeachable offense. 70
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Alabama Constitution / Article 5 / Section 121
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Sec. 121. Governor may require reports from officers of executive department and officers and managers of state institutions; false reports or failure to file reports constitutes impeachable offense. 70 The governor may require information in writing, under oath, from the officers of the executive department, named in...
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