Ark. Const. art. 2, § 2
- Constitution
- Constitution of Arkansas
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
All men are created equally free and independent, and have certain inherent and inalienable rights; amongst which are those of enjoying and defending life and liberty; of acquiring, possessing and protecting property, and reputation; and of pursuing their own happiness. To secure these rights governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.
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