Lore
In the context of CityRP's roleplay, this is the starting document of the rulers of Azalea Isles, however there are reformers who wish to implement a new constitution, linked here.
Sovereign Preamble
The sovereign ruler of this esteemed realm, by the grace of divine providence, hereby bestows upon their loyal subjects the gift of governance. May this Constitution serve as a beacon of justice, unity, and progress for generations to come, under the enduring sovereignty of the crown.
Article 2 - Privy Council
Constitution of the Privy Council
There shall be one Privy Council in Azalea Isles, consisting of appointed representatives, who will manage the laws and governance of the country. Their authority shall be derived from the Crown, who will have the authority to appoint and dismiss any number of privy councillors at-will.
Security of the Region
The Privy Council shall be responsible for suppressing insurrections, revolutions, or any type of behaviour that opposes the Crown’s will.
Votes of Council
Supermajority vote shall be two-thirds (2/3), while a simple majority vote shall be above 50%.
Article 3 - Rights and Trials
Legal Rights
All people of Azalea Isles shall be entitled to a trial, and are afforded the following legal rights, subject to limitation by the Crown:
- The right to citizenship upon entering the country.
- The right to refuse self-incrimination in a court of law.
- The right to be secure against unreasonable search and seizure.
- The right to protect one-self and property.
- The right to self-representation or counsel in a court of law.
Legal Disputes
All legal disputes shall be managed by Judges appointed by the Crown, who will resolve legal disputes, civil matters, and criminal affairs. The courts shall be responsible for adjudicating disputes within Azalea Isles, through rendering verdicts in civil and criminal trials. Civil trials consist of disputes between two parties seeking compensation, while criminal trials consist of government-led charges for a criminal act.