The original Bill of Rights in the US Constitution.
The original Bill of Rights in the US Constitution.
Freedom of Religion was guaranteed by most state constitutions. You can see an example of a state constitution at the link provided below.
Territories had constitutions that had to be approved by congress while states did not have to have their constitutions approved. Before a territory could enter the Union they needed to draft an acceptable state constitution.
Delaware
Many of the states used their royal charters as a foundation and basis for their state constitutions
most states had there own Bill of Rights writtenin state constitutions
Territories had constitutions that had to be approved by congress while states did not have to have their constitutions approved. Before a territory could enter the Union they needed to draft an acceptable state constitution.
Most state constitutions included provisions that guaranteed the protection of individual liberties by incorporating principles derived from common law, such as the right to free speech, the right to bear arms, and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. These constitutions often featured explicit declarations of rights, similar to the Bill of Rights, to safeguard personal freedoms and ensure due process. Additionally, many states emphasized the importance of trial by jury and protection from double jeopardy, reflecting common law traditions. Overall, these protections were designed to uphold individual rights and limit government power.
Florida has had six state constitutions since joining the United States. The most recent was ratified on November 5, 1968.
State constitutions constrain the states themselves.The states adopted the U.S. Constitution to form the federal government.
The answer is in the Preamble.
State constitutions