Cal. Const. art. II, § 1
- Constitution
- Constitution of California
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their protection, security, and benefit, and they have the right to alter or reform it when the public good may require. (Sec. 1 renumbered from Sec. 26 (of Art. 1) on June 8, 1976, by Prop. 14. Res.Ch. 5, 1976.)
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