Cal. Const., art. I, § 4 · Article I. DECLARATION OF RIGHTS
Cal. Const., art. I, § 4
Verbatim from the official edition
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
Free exercise and enjoyment of religion without discrimination or preference are guaranteed. This liberty of conscience does not excuse acts that are licentious or inconsistent with the peace or safety of the State. The Legislature shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion.
A person is not incompetent to be a witness or juror because of his or her opinions on religious beliefs.
Notes and commentary — not constitutional text
History
Sec. 4 added Nov. 5, 1974, by Prop. 7. Res.Ch. 90, 1974.
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