The Rights of Aedelmen

The Rights of Aedelmen were established in Aedeland over centuries, beginning with demands made by Aldsegian noblemen to the Furst in Ålesund.

Preamble

As translated in Angliz:

"Vindicating and asserting our ancient and absolute God-given rights and liberties, we proclaim for us and ours, as well for born as for unborn forever, these underwritten liberties."

Liberties

As translated in Angliz:

1. The right to own and defend one's property, both material and incorporeal, absolutely and without obligation; to support, further, fulfill, and enjoy life and liberty; to maintain the inviolability of the Ættsrett—no trespass, search, or seizure without a specific and justified warrant issued by a duly elected and appropriate authority.
2. The right to keep and carry arms necessary to secure liberty shall not be infringed.
3. The free exercise of religion, freedom of speech, and access to public information, including freedom of the press; the right of the people peaceably to assemble and associate and to petition the government for a redress of grievances shall not be prohibited by law nor act of government.
4. The right to practice and the free choice of employment shall not be prohibited by law nor act of government.
5. The right to travel, both at home or abroad, shall not be infringed; nor shall the public right of ways, the free access to public lands, the coast, lakes, seas, wilderness, and uncultivated areas be obstructed.

Property Rights

The right to private property was considered by the Aedelant Founding Fathers to be the most critical and is the first to be protected in the Aedelant Constitution. They believed the protection of private property to be the sole purpose of government and that property provides the foundation for individual freedom and economic opportunity, which are vital to prosperity. This right includes the exclusive use of one's possessions, life, and privacy, and directly prohibits searches, arrests, seizures, and certain forms of taxation, punitive fees, and the death penalty.

Right to Arms

The Founding Fathers believed that free people ought to be armed and disciplined to maintain independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, including their own government. According to Founding Father John Gray, "to disarm the people is the best and most effectual way to enslave them."

Freedom of Religion and Expression

The free exercise clause protects the exercise of religion from government intervention, allowing diverse claims of truth to compete, fostering civil debate and respect. The censure clause prevents government interference in the free transfer of ideas and information without limitation.

Freedom to Roam

The freedom to roam clause guarantees access to public lands, a right won through practice over centuries. This right provides for passage across private land but requires respect for private property and forbids permanent dwelling, hunting, fishing, or cultivation without the owner's consent.

Rights

As translated in Angliz:

1. The right to sanctuary shall not be denied, and no person shall be held to answer an infamous crime unless by indictment of legal harm to a party of standing confirmed by two witnesses by his peers before the next twilight; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; and no fact tried by a jury shall be otherwise re-examined in any court; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself nor be made to confess under distress nor be deprived of liberty without due process of law.
2. In all trials, the accused shall enjoy the right to a public trial within a fortnight following the receipt of a true bill indictment, in which the justice and application of the law shall be decided by an impartial jury of their peers of the hundred wherein the crime shall have been committed; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor; and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.
3. Those shall be let to bail who are apprehended for any non-violent crime. Bail in excess of 10% of damages shall not be required. The right to habeas corpus shall not be infringed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
4. The rights of the Hvaldagur, Frihetsåret, and Fagnarår shall not be denied. All powers not granted to the government shall be reserved to the sovereign citizen. All Aedelmen are equal under the law. No power granted to the government shall be delegated or be construed to deny or disparage the enumerated rights or other inalienable rights of a sovereign citizen.

Rights of the Accused

The rights of the accused provide several protections against judicial persecution, ensuring fairness and due process. This includes the right to a fair and public trial, protection against double jeopardy, and prohibition of self-incrimination under duress. These rights ensure that once a case is decided by a jury, it cannot be appealed by either the plaintiff or the defendant. However, the right to habeas corpus allows for petitions for release from unlawful detention.

Conclusion

These rights apply to all Aedelmen by birth but do not apply to non-citizens. All Aedelmen are equal under the law, which forbids possessing titles and rights of nobility.