1861 Constitution of the State of Georgia

The Georgia secession convention also began framing a new state constitution. This constitution greatly expanded the bill of rights. This constitution was the first submitted to voters for ratification, which was approved in a special election in July 1861 and went into effect August 20, 1861.

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