Florida Constitution What is the Florida Constitution The

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Florida Constitution

Florida Constitution

What is the Florida Constitution? • The Constitution of the State of Florida is

What is the Florida Constitution? • The Constitution of the State of Florida is the document that establishes and describes the duties, powers, structure and function of the government of the U. S. state of Florida, and establishes the basic law of the state. The current Constitution of Florida was ratified on November 5, 1968. 2

History of Florida Constitution • Florida has been governed by six different constitutions. Before

History of Florida Constitution • Florida has been governed by six different constitutions. Before 1838, only the Spanish Constitution of 1812 was briefly enacted in Florida. • Florida's first constitution as a U. S. territory was written and implemented in 1838. On March 3, 1845, Florida was granted admission into the union as the 27 th state. The current Constitution of Florida was ratified on November 5, 1968, and modified by initiative and referendum several times since. 3

How does Florida’s constitution explain the structure, function, and purposes of state government? Vocabulary

How does Florida’s constitution explain the structure, function, and purposes of state government? Vocabulary • Article - a separate part of a document dealing with a single subject • Citizen - a person who is a legal member of a country, state, or community • Constitution - a written document that establishes the function and structure of a government • Right- something that citizens are entitled to 4

The Purpose of State Government The Preamble Directions: Follow along as I read the

The Purpose of State Government The Preamble Directions: Follow along as I read the text of the Florida preamble aloud. As you follow along, underline any phrases that you think are important. Let’s discuss what this means. 5

PREAMBLE TO THE CONSTITUTION OF FLORIDA We, the people of the State of Florida,

PREAMBLE TO THE CONSTITUTION OF FLORIDA We, the people of the State of Florida, being grateful to Almighty God for our constitutional liberty, in order to secure its benefits, perfect our government, insure domestic tranquility, maintain public order, and guarantee equal civil and political rights to all, do ordain and establish this constitution. 6

The Purpose of State Government The Preamble Directions: • With your partner, reread the

The Purpose of State Government The Preamble Directions: • With your partner, reread the original text of the Florida Preamble. • Paraphrase the remaining phrases on your handout. • Summarize the main idea in your own words. 7

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The Structure and Function of Florida’s Government: Articles II, IV and V Directions: Read

The Structure and Function of Florida’s Government: Articles II, IV and V Directions: Read the following passages from Articles II, IV and V of Florida’s Constitution to understand the structure and function of Florida’s state government. Read to explain the main idea of each passage. Highlight words or phrases that support the main idea. Let’s do th e first one t ogether! Article II Actual text of Article II, Section 3 Branches of government. —The powers of the state government shall be divided into legislative, executive and judicial branches. What is the main idea of this text? 9

YOU do Articles III, IV and V TOGETHER! Article III: The power to make

YOU do Articles III, IV and V TOGETHER! Article III: The power to make laws in the state shall be given to a legislature of the State of Florida, consisting of a senate and a house of representatives. Article IV: The executive power of the state government shall be given to a governor who is the commander-inchief of the state’s military and is in charge of putting all laws into place. Article V: The judicial power of the state government shall be given to a supreme court, district courts of appeal, circuit courts and county courts. The supreme court makes sure that laws follow the Florida Constitution. 10

The Structure and Function of Florida’s Government: Articles II, IV and V Today we

The Structure and Function of Florida’s Government: Articles II, IV and V Today we will look at some translated text from Articles II, IV and V to understand the structure and function of the three branches of government. 11

Discussion What are some of the key roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial

Discussion What are some of the key roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the State government ? 12

How does Florida’s Constitution protect the rights of its citizens? 13

How does Florida’s Constitution protect the rights of its citizens? 13

Reread the Preamble to Florida’s Constitution. What does the preamble say about rights? PREAMBLE

Reread the Preamble to Florida’s Constitution. What does the preamble say about rights? PREAMBLE We, the people of the State of Florida, being grateful to Almighty God for our constitutional liberty, in order to secure its benefits, perfect our government, insure domestic tranquility, maintain public order, and guarantee equal civil and political rights to all, do ordain and establish this constitution. 14

 • The Constitution is divided into segments called Articles. • Article I of

• The Constitution is divided into segments called Articles. • Article I of the Florida Constitution is the Declaration of Rights. There are 27 Rights listed in the Florida constitution. • We are going to examine 7 of them! 15

Articles of the Florida Constitution ARTICLE I DECLARATION OF RIGHTS ARTICLE II GENERAL PROVISIONS ARTICLE III LEGISLATURE

Articles of the Florida Constitution ARTICLE I DECLARATION OF RIGHTS ARTICLE II GENERAL PROVISIONS ARTICLE III LEGISLATURE ARTICLE IV EXECUTIVE ARTICLE V JUDICIARY ARTICLE VI SUFFRAGE AND ELECTIONS ARTICLE VII FINANCE AND TAXATION ARTICLE VIII LOCAL GOVERNMENT ARTICLE IX EDUCATION ARTICLE X MISCELLANEOUS ARTICLE XI AMENDMENTS ARTICLE XII SCHEDULE 16

Article I: Declaration of Rights SECTION 1.   Political power. SECTION 2.   Basic

Article I: Declaration of Rights SECTION 1.   Political power. SECTION 2.   Basic rights. SECTION 3.   Religious freedom. SECTION 4.   Freedom of speech and press. SECTION 5.   Right to assemble. SECTION 6.   Right to work. SECTION 7.   Military power. SECTION 8.   Right to bear arms. SECTION 9.   Due process. SECTION 10.  Prohibited laws. SECTION 11.  Imprisonment for debt. SECTION 12.  Searches and seizures. SECTION 13.  Habeas corpus. SECTION 14.  Pretrial release and detention. SECTION 15.  Prosecution for crime; offenses committed by children. 17

Article I: Declaration of Rights SECTION 16.  Rights of accused and of victims. SECTION

Article I: Declaration of Rights SECTION 16.  Rights of accused and of victims. SECTION 17.  Excessive punishments. SECTION 18.  Administrative penalties. SECTION 19.  Costs. SECTION 20.  Treason. SECTION 21.  Access to courts. SECTION 22.  Trial by jury. SECTION 23.  Right of privacy. SECTION 24.  Access to public records and meetings. SECTION 25.  Taxpayers’ Bill of Rights. SECTION 26.  Claimant’s right to fair compensation. SECTION 27.  Marriage defined. 18

Rights of Florida Citizens! Each group will be given one right established for citizens

Rights of Florida Citizens! Each group will be given one right established for citizens by the Florida constitution. Read both sections: The article, and the “What does this mean? ” section. Create a graphic representation on your poster of the right provided to citizens by the Florida constitution and be prepared to share your poster and explain your right to the class! 19

Responsibility! As each group presents their Rights Poster, summarize the right on your note-taking

Responsibility! As each group presents their Rights Poster, summarize the right on your note-taking organizer. 20

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