Full Name: Terry Walkner Phone Number: 514-8188 Position in Agency: Media Supervisor
Detailed information of your inquiry:
Request for clarification on the 1st Amendment of the Constitution.
specifically pertaining to part:
but the state may impose reasonable limits to this freedom for...
What is the Definition of "the State"?
what specific entities, organizations, or individuals are considered "the State"?
San Andreas Judicial Branch Re: Request for Information [Weazel News] "EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW"
Mr. Terry Walkner,,
Thank you for your inquiry seeking clarification on the 1st Amendment, specifically in reference to the clause: "The House shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, but the state may impose reasonable limits to this freedom for public safety; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the Press; or the right of the people to peaceably assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances."
In the context of the State of San Andreas, as outlined in its constitution, the term "the State" pertains to the autonomous government of San Andreas. The preamble establishes that through a constitutional amendment ratified by three-fourths of State legislatures, San Andreas achieved full autonomy, exempting itself from federal laws, regulations, case law, and executive authority.
Entities considered part of "the State" in San Andreas include:
Legislative Branch: Comprising elected officials and members representing each of the state's Law Enforcement, Medical, and Correctional institutions, responsible for enacting laws and policies within the State.
Executive Branch: Comprised of the Board of Governors who have absolute control over the legislative and judicial branches of government.
Judicial Branch: Led by the Supreme Court, Attorney General, and Chief Public Defender, the branch has jurisdiction over all cases, conducts judicial review, and oversees the State Judiciary, Prosecution Division, and Public Defense Division.
Given San Andreas unique status, the 1st Amendment's clause acknowledges that while fundamental rights are protected, the State may, for reasons of public safety, impose reasonable limitations on these freedoms.
If you have further questions or require additional information, please feel free to reach out.
Respectfully,
Associate Justice
San Andreas Judicial Branch
(909) 402-9713 — [email protected]
