All men are, by nature, 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 seeking and obtaining happiness and safety. Equal Protection and Benefit 2.
All political power is inherent in the people.
Rights of Assembly and Petition 3. Back to top Right to Bear Arms 4. Right of Trial by Jury 5. The right of trial by jury shall inviolate, except that, in civil cases, laws may be passed to authorize the rendering of a verdict by the concurrence of not less than three-fourths of the jury. Slavery and Involuntary Servitude 6.