This volume presents the complete text of the "Constitution of the State of Illinois," as adopted in convention on May 13, 1870, and ratified by the people on July 2, 1870. Officially in force from August 8, 1870, this edition includes amendments made in 1878, 1880, 1884, 1886, and 1890. This historical document provides a crucial insight into the foundational legal framework that has shaped Illinois' governance and societal structure. Essential reading for legal scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the development of American constitutional law and the specific legal history of Illinois.
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