Ky. Const. art. I, § 196
- Constitution
- Constitution of Kentucky
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Section 196 Regulation of common carriers -- No relief from common-law liability. Transportation of freight and passengers by railroad, steamboat or other common carrier, shall be so regulated, by general law, as to prevent unjust discrimination. No common carrier shall be permitted to contract for relief from its common law liability. Text as Ratified on: August 3, 1891, and revised September 28, 1891. History: Not yet amended.
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