Maine Constitution
The Constitution of the State of Maine established the "State of Maine" in 1820 and is the fundamental governing document of the state. It consists of a Preamble and ten Articles (divisions), the first of which is a "Declaration of Rights".
Read more about Maine Constitution: Why It Was Written, History, Preamble, Article I. "Declaration of Rights", Article II. "Electors" (Voters), Article III. "Distribution of Powers", Article IV: "House of Representatives, Senate, and Legislative Power", Article V: "Executive Power, Secretary, Treasurer", Article VI: "Judicial Power", Article VII: "Military", Article VIII: "Education and Municipal Home Rule", Article IX: "General Provisions", Article X: Additional Provisions
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