The Constitution and Bill of Rights

YOUR RIGHTS AND PROTECTIONS

The UCU Constitution is the supreme law of our union. It includes a comprehensive Bill of Rights that guarantees civil liberties, limits government powers, and establishes fundamental protections for every individual.

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FUNDAMENTAL FREEDOMS

Parliament shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

2

RIGHTS IN CRIMINAL AND CIVIL PROCEEDINGS

No person shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself or herself. No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.

3

EQUALITY AND SOCIAL RIGHTS

The right of citizens of The UNITED COMMONWEALTH UNION to vote shall not be denied or abridged on account of race, colour, sex, sexual preference, orientation, or social origin, religion, language, or any other inherent status.

4

PRIVACY, MOVEMENT, AND PROTEST

Every person has the right to respect for their private and family life, home, and correspondence... Peaceful protest is a fundamental right.

5

CONSTITUTIONAL SUPREMACY

This Bill of Rights, together with the Constitution of The UNITED COMMONWEALTH UNION and any properly ratified amendments thereto, shall be the supreme law of the land.

HOW TO USE THIS DOCUMENT

FOR CITIZENS

Understand your rights, responsibilities, and protections under UCU law.

FOR LAWMAKERS

Guide legislation and governance consistent with constitutional principles.

FOR EDUCATORS AND STUDENTS

Explore the foundation of UCU democracy and human rights.

FOR VISITORS

Learn about the legal framework that unites and protects our union.

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