The
Constitution of The Principality
of
Venus
Article I
Section I
The Principality of Venus is
a Sovereign and Independent Nation as of April 12, 2013
Section II
The principle of the
Government is a Constitutional Monarchy. Its official first language
is English
Section III
The Principality of Venus is
committed to the rule of law and respect for fundamental Human Rights
and Freedoms
Article II
Section I
The High Prince or High
Princess is to be the chief ruler and judge of the land until they
have delegated the powers away from themselves. They do not need to
be a citizen of The Principality of Venus to be High Ruler.
Section II
Upon resignation or death of
the High Prince or High Princess, their previously declared heir
shall be High Ruler. Unlawful means may not be used to take control
of the Throne
Section III
The High Prince may not
impose unequal taxes on his subjects. Taxes may be used to cover the
limited debts of the Government
Section IV
The High Ruler may give
deserving citizens titles. He may also appoint people to Minister
over certain parts of the Government
Section V
The High Ruler may be
removed from power through a two-thirds vote at a town hall meeting.
The reason for removal must be Constitutional
Article III
Section I
Liberty is to maximized.
Laws are only to protect ones liberty and to not take away from it
Section II
Any acts invading the
liberty of another are hereby illegal. The Prince may sentence guilty
subjects to Prison for a time relative to their crime. No cruel or
unusual punishment may be administered. If one individual breaks
contract with another, they may file for action through a member of
Royalty.
Section III
All citizens are equal under
the eyes of the law. Any law that is unfair is invalid and any unfair
treatment as well
Section IV
The High Ruler may write
laws that are deemed fit by the simple majority at a town hall
meeting. They shall be law when written and signed by the High Ruler
Section V
A citizen is of age of
consent at age 18, at this age they may petition against acts of the
Government, hold High callings, or call for town hall meetings
Article IV
Section I
The High Prince may call
Town hall meetings. The purpose of these are to gather public
opinions and hold elections.
Section II
Upon a simple majority
approval from a town hall meeting, the High Prince may declare war on
another Country. The High Ruler may sign or write Treaties.
Section III
One may request to become a
citizen through asking the High Ruler. Other Royalty may speak on
behalf of such persons.
Article V
Section I
To Amend this Constitution
the action must be approved at a town hall meeting by a two-thirds
majority
Signed by: High Prince
Harrison Wade Proulx
