Response to Judicial Review - Executive Order #7
The Executive Branch of the State of San Andreas acknowledges the recent judicial review of Executive Order #7 conducted by the Supreme Court of San Andreas, who initiated on April 21, 2024 a preliminary injunction against the enforcement of certain provisions enacted by Executive Order #7, particularly the inclusion of GF22 - Breach of Trust and several Business Licensing Bureau (BLB) charges.
We recognize the Supreme Court's constitutional authority to perform judicial review of all laws, decisions, and determinations by branches of government as outlined in Article III, Section 3.2 of the San Andreas Constitution. This fundamental check is essential in ensuring that our laws and public acts align with constitutional mandates but it shall always remain on the review stage.
The Executive Branch respectfully remains in rejection of the judicial branch's determination in this matter. As stated in our response by the Chief Counsel on the April 22nd, 2024, we maintain our stand on believing that the supreme court decided to abandon the principal of " The judicial power over executive orders or other binding instruments shall only exist to the effect of ensuring they they are constitutionally valid, and do not infringe the rights of the people." and started to receive briefs from parties. While we understand the importance of the court's role in maintaining constitutional integrity, we assert that the review process, in this case, has overstepped the bounds intended by the founders. We emphasize that judicial review is traditionally initiated through a petition by an affected party, which was not the case here.
The provisions introduced by Executive Order #7, including the addition of GF22 - Breach of Trust and the BLB charges to the penal code, were enacted to address urgent and unprecedented threats to our state. These measures were designed to ensure the safety and security of our citizens and maintain the integrity of our governmental operations.
Moving forward, The Executive Branch will carefully review the Court's detailed findings and will take the Supreme Court’s findings into consideration for future amendments to the charges established under Executive Order #7. Specifically, while the charges related to GF22 - Breach of Trust and certain BLB charges will remain under review, we will ensure that any future amendments align with legislative processes.
As we move forward, In accordance with Article II of the Constitution of San Andreas, the executive power is vested in the Board of Governors, which holds absolute control over the legislative and judicial branches of government, the charges introduced under Executive Order #7, specifically GF22 - Breach of Trust and the BLB charges, will remain in effect. However, we will work closely with the legislative body to address any concerns raised by the Court and make necessary amendments to ensure compliance with constitutional requirements.
We reaffirm our commitment to serving the people of San Andreas and ensuring that all actions taken by the government are in the best interests of the state and its citizens. The Board of Governors will take into consideration the judicial review and work towards any necessary amendments to maintain the integrity of our legal and governmental processes.
We recognize the Supreme Court's constitutional authority to perform judicial review of all laws, decisions, and determinations by branches of government as outlined in Article III, Section 3.2 of the San Andreas Constitution. This fundamental check is essential in ensuring that our laws and public acts align with constitutional mandates but it shall always remain on the review stage.
The Executive Branch respectfully remains in rejection of the judicial branch's determination in this matter. As stated in our response by the Chief Counsel on the April 22nd, 2024, we maintain our stand on believing that the supreme court decided to abandon the principal of " The judicial power over executive orders or other binding instruments shall only exist to the effect of ensuring they they are constitutionally valid, and do not infringe the rights of the people." and started to receive briefs from parties. While we understand the importance of the court's role in maintaining constitutional integrity, we assert that the review process, in this case, has overstepped the bounds intended by the founders. We emphasize that judicial review is traditionally initiated through a petition by an affected party, which was not the case here.
The provisions introduced by Executive Order #7, including the addition of GF22 - Breach of Trust and the BLB charges to the penal code, were enacted to address urgent and unprecedented threats to our state. These measures were designed to ensure the safety and security of our citizens and maintain the integrity of our governmental operations.
Moving forward, The Executive Branch will carefully review the Court's detailed findings and will take the Supreme Court’s findings into consideration for future amendments to the charges established under Executive Order #7. Specifically, while the charges related to GF22 - Breach of Trust and certain BLB charges will remain under review, we will ensure that any future amendments align with legislative processes.
As we move forward, In accordance with Article II of the Constitution of San Andreas, the executive power is vested in the Board of Governors, which holds absolute control over the legislative and judicial branches of government, the charges introduced under Executive Order #7, specifically GF22 - Breach of Trust and the BLB charges, will remain in effect. However, we will work closely with the legislative body to address any concerns raised by the Court and make necessary amendments to ensure compliance with constitutional requirements.
We reaffirm our commitment to serving the people of San Andreas and ensuring that all actions taken by the government are in the best interests of the state and its citizens. The Board of Governors will take into consideration the judicial review and work towards any necessary amendments to maintain the integrity of our legal and governmental processes.
Signed:
Governor Lewis Langley
San Andreas State Government
Governor Samuel Osborn
San Andreas State Government
Governor Jason Castillo
San Andreas State Government