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Commonwealth of Dominica Constitution Order 1978 (S.I. No. 1027 of 1978) [consolidated version].

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Dominica
Constitutional law
1978
National
Constitution

Second Region

Sets out the Constitution. Chapter I outlines fundamental rights and freedoms, including the right to life (the death penalty is prohibited by art. 3), the right to property, freedom from forced labour and discrimination due to race and sex (art. 13), and the freedom of expression, assembly, and movement. There shall be no derogation from articles 3 and 13 under emergency laws (art. 14). Chapter II outlines the responsibilities of the President, who holds a term of 5 years. Chapter III governs the election of Parliament; Chapter IV relates to executive ministries. Provisions relating to the public service, including appointment and dismissal procedures, are outlined in Chapter VI. Chapter VII relates to citizenship. Chapter VIII provides a High Court with jurisdiction over constitutional matters, and regulates other aspects of the judiciary. Chapter IX creates a Parliamentary Commissioner, with the purpose of investigating complaints against government bodies.

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    Date of entry into force
    1978-11-03
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Monograph region

    Monograph title
    Constitutions of the Countries of the World
    Author
    Albert P. Blaustein, Gisbert H. Flanz
    Publisher
    Oceana Publications
    Place of publication
    Dobbs Ferry, N.Y.
    Country
    United States of America
    Date
    1997-03
    Page range
    111 p.