The Constitution of the Federated Dominions of Alkaria
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The Constitution of the Federated Dominions of Alkaria was the constitution of the nation of Alkaria during it's Federation period. It was drafted by Cologne von Rothschild shortly before Alkaria was reunified and the Federation declared.
IC availibility of the document
Copies of this document has survived the flood quite plentifully. It is a prized possession by many current ethnic Alkarians who possess constitutions dating back to its first publish. It's also a common item for many avid antique collectors, so there is a very good chance of someone's character being able to read this ICly.
The Document
The Constitution of the Federated Dominions of Alkaria
"For Sublimity, For Strength, For Alkaria."
Federation Proclamation
We, of Alkaria and of these Dominions gather here on this date, September 20th, of the Alkarian year 1222 (1645 Valikorlian year) hereby proclaim the Federation of Alkaria, or the Federated Dominions of Alkaria in which all dominions shall be ruled by this Federation. All nations, organizations, parties and people, shall refer to these Federated Dominions as one country, one people, one power and one will. These dominions shall henceforth, and forever, be known as the Federated Dominions of Alkaria (Alkaria).
Part 1: Structure of Government
Section 1: Federal Government
Chapter 1: The Chancellor
The Chancellor is elected by the People of the Federation every 6 years and serves as the head of the Federated Dominions of Alkaria. The Chancellor may run an infinite amount of times for the Chancellor position. S/he is also entitled to a cabinet.
Chapter 2: The Cabinet
The Cabinet is composed of 2 major groups of staff. The Cabinet Members, who are mandatory members, and Cabinet Staff, who are optional members. All cabinet members, excluding the Supreme Judicature, Field Marshal and the Fleet Admiral, are appointed by the Chancellor. The Field Marshal is appointed by the previous Field Marshal. If the Field Marshal is corrupt, legally insane or have any other problems with them, they may be tried in front of the Supreme Court Marshal (P1S3C3). The following are the Cabinet member positions: 1. The Treasurer - In charge of Federal taxes, the economy and foreign trade. 2. The Field Marshal - In charge of the military. 3. The Supreme Judicature - Head of the Supreme Magistration. 4. The Science General - Head of science.
Chapter 3: Senate Structure
The senate is where the laws and state executions will be created and officially endorsed. (Please note: The Senate is an NPC entity and exists for RP purposes.) The senate will be composed of the following: 1. The Overlord - Directs the flower of the debates and presents the bills. This spot is usually given to an honorable Alkarian. 2. Senators - Senators are representatives of Dominions who are appointed by the State Arch. Senators are entitled to 2 senate votes. 3. Colonial Representatives (Colreps) - Colonial Representatives are representatives of a specific colony who are appointed by the Federation. These colreps are entitled to 1 senate vote. 4. Military Marshal - Representative of the Alkarian Army. Is appointed by the Field Marshal and is entitled to 1 senate vote.
Section 2: Dominion Government
Chapter 1: The Premier
The Premier is elected by the People of a dominion. The Premier serves as the head of a state, and is entitled to a cabinet as well. Elections for the Premier are every 4 years. A premier may run for Premiership for an infinite amount of times.
Chapter 2: Senate Structure
The senate is composed of ordinary citizens of a dominion. It may debate the desceions and advise the Premier about what to do. This is also where dominion laws may be passed.
Section 3: Judiciary Structure
Chapter 1: Supreme Magistration
The Supreme Magistration's member composition is composed of however many Dominions there are in the Federation. If there are 6 Dominions, then there will be 6 members. Each member is the a representative of the Supreme Arbitrator of that state. The Supreme Magistration also must agree on who will become the Supreme Judicature, who will represent the Supreme Magistration in the Federal Cabinet.
Chapter 2: State Supreme Magistration
The State Supreme Magistration is composed of senior arbitrators of that specific state. The State Supreme Magistration are to appoint on a Supreme Arbitrator to represent them in the Cabinet.
Chapter 3: Court Marshal
Military law is applied to all organizations within the military. Military laws are passed by the Military Magistration which is composed of 8 members who are experts in military and judicial affairs.
Section 4: Military Structure
Chapter 1: State of the Military
The military is a military of the Federation. No state, corporation or any non-governmental organization may organize its own independent military. All corps, regiments, militias are clients of the military of the entire federation. Military execution orders are done through the Chancellor of the Federation.
Chapter 2: Military Funding
A minimum of 25% of the entire budget of the Federation will be put into military spending.
Chapter 3: Conscription
Alkarians who are physically and mentally fit, and in the ages of 16-40 must serve at least 3 years in the military. However, it is suggested that citizens complete their military service between the ages of 18-26 during the time that humans are most physically and mentally fit. There will also be forms of post-secondary education within the military.
Chapter 4: Commissioning Military Officers
The Chancellor and the Overlord both have the right to grant the official commission to military officers.
Part 2: Fundamental Rights and Freedoms of the People
1. Freedom of speech and thought - Alkarians are entitled to their own beliefs, but will also be subjected to the beliefs of other people. Religion for religious purposes beyond culture are strongly condemned. 2. Right to own - Alkarians are entitled to full ownership of anything except land. Land is 60% owned by the government (40% State, 20% Federation) and 40% owned by the property owner. Although the government largely owns property, the government will not tyrannize land. 3. Right of trade - Alkarians are not only entitled to trade, but are strongly encouraged to trade. 4. Right to protest peacefully - Alkarians are free to protest government policy, but they must do it in a peaceful manner. 5. Freedom from selective prosecution - All Alkarians are entitled to be treated by the law fairly and equally regardless of gender, race, class and cultural background. 6. Right to representation and election - All Alkarians are free to run for government positions and to vote. The Federation encourages Alkarians to vote and run for government offices. Alkarians also have the right to an attorney. 7. Right to bare Small Arms - All Alkarians, without a criminal record, have the freedom to bare small arms. Arms for civilian use are specified in the Legal Civilian Arms act. 8. Freedom of Physical Torture - Physical torture is strictly prohibited regardless of sentencing. If one is convicted and receives the death penalty, they will be subjected to a quick method of death, one which is free of major physical suffering. 9. Right to Serve in the Military Forces - All Alkarians, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or class have the right and are encouraged to serve in the military forces.
Part 3: Environment Policy
This section is intended to enforce intention, rather than to place an actual legal stance. The Alkarian Fatherland may not be carelessly defiled with garbage, or treated with disrespect: it is our homeland, and to treat it poorly is a disgrace.
Part 4: Laws
Section 1: Creation of Laws
Chapter 1: Federal Laws
The following are the steps in which a Federal Bill becomes a Federal Law: 1. Cabinet member or Senate member proposes the bill to the senate, and the Overlord actually reads it. 2. The bill is debated in the senate 3 times. 3. Bill is then debated in the cabinet for an unspecified amount of time. 4. Reviewed by the senate and the cabinet one more time. 5. If the bill needs further changes, repeat steps 2 and 3. If not, the bill needs a majority rule to make the bill into a law. The bill is then signed by the Overlord to become an official law of the Federated Dominions of Alkaria.
Chapter 2: State Laws
The following are the steps in which a State Bill becomes a State Law: 1. Any cabinet member may propose a bill. 2. The bill is then debated for an unspecified amount of time. 3. The bill is reviewed. 4. If the bill needs further changes, repeat steps 2 and 3. If not, the bill needs a majority vote to become a law. The bill is then signed by he Premier and becomes and official law of the state.
Chapter 3: Military Laws
Any Senior Commissioned Officer or General may propose a military bill. The Military Magistration then debates the bill for an unspecified amount of time, and is then signed by every member of the Military Magistration, and becomes an official Military Law.
Chapter 4: Universal Code of all Laws
Any law or rule conflicting with this constitution will be rendered void and disposed of immediately.
Section 2: Law Enforcement
Chapter 1: Federal & State Law Enforcement
Although law enforcement is a state affair, Dominions are still expected to equally abide by and enforce both federal and state laws. All criminal offenses excluding treason/espionage are handled by the state. If a criminal offense happens in more than one state, or drastically affects more than one state, it then becomes a federal judicial affair.
Chapter 2: Military Law Enforcement
Military police and Court Marshals are the primary base of military law enforcement. All military law offenses are to be handled by the Military police/Court Marshals excluding treason/espionage-- Treason or espionage are a Federal affair.
Chapter 3: Treason
Treason is the highest offense one can receive. Treason trials will be conducted by the Supreme Court in secret, and the accused is not entitled to a lawyer. Depending on the severity, and the international/interplanetary situation, the accused may be given the death sentence. The Chancellor also has the right to intervene with the trial.
Section 3: Amending Formula
Amendments must be added in the latter part of the constitution and if the amendment is overwriting a specific part of the constitution, specifically say which area of the constitution will be overwritten. The following are steps to creating an amendment: 1. A senator, cabinet member, the Chancellor or an Premier may give the amendment to the Overlord to present 2. Amendment is debated in the senate 3 times. 3. Amendment is debated in the cabinet 2 times. 4. Amendment is debated in the senate 3 times once more. 5. Amendment is reviewed by both the cabinet and senate simultaneously. 6. Amendment is publicized for the review of Alkarian citizens for one month. 7. Amendment is reviewed in the senate one more time. 8. Amendment is voted on as a population vote. 60% of Alkarians must agree to the amendment.
Closing Statement
The Federated Dominions of Alkaria will now face the test of time and will not hesitate to destroy any enemy, aid any ally, oppose any tyrant and embrace any benefit to maintain and uphold the survival of the Federated Dominions of Alkaria.
