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California CodesCalifornia Constitution - CONSArticle I — Declaration of RightsSection 1

All people are by nature free and independent and have inalienable rights. Among these are enjoying and defending life and liberty, acquiring, possessing, and protecting property, and pursuing and obtaining safety, happiness, and privacy.

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Establishes that all people are naturally free and independent and possess inalienable rights to enjoy and defend life and liberty, acquire, possess, and protect property, and pursue and obtain safety, happiness, and privacy. These rights belong to all people by nature.

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