Provision for dividing the powers of government into three departments.
Articles relating to taxation, suffrage, public schools, corporations, militia, immigration, labor, amendments, and other public affairs.
Preamble.—"We, the people of the State of Idaho, grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and promote our common welfare, do establish this constitution."
Declaration of Rights.—The Bill of Rights is a declaration of privileges retained by the people, which the departments of government are expressly prohibited from invading. The most important provisions in the Bill of Rights may be classed under the following headings: democratic principles; personal security; private property; freedom of religion, speech, and of the press; and security against military tyranny.
Democratic Principles.—All men are equal before the law, and are protected in the enjoyment of life, property, and the pursuit of happiness.
All power is inherent in the people.
Personal Security.—The people have the right to bear arms for their safety and defense, but this privilege is regulated by appropriate legislation.
The people shall be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and other possessions against unreasonable searches and seizures.
There shall be no imprisonment for debt except in cases of fraud.
Private Property.—Private property shall not be taken for public use except a necessity therefore exists, and then only after just compensation has been paid.