Constitution · Ohio

Ohio Const. art. I, § 2

Constitution
Constitution of Ohio
Text as of
October 2026

What does this section say?

All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their equal protection and benefit, and they have the right to alter, reform, or abolish the same, whenever they may deem it necessary; and no special privileges or immunities shall ever be granted, that may not be altered, revoked, or repealed by the general assembly. Effective: September 1, 1851

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