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In some instances those protections related to fundamental rights can be extended to non-citizens while on Federation territory (such as a [[Starfleet]] [[starship|vessel]]). ({{TNG|The Perfect Mate}}) |
In some instances those protections related to fundamental rights can be extended to non-citizens while on Federation territory (such as a [[Starfleet]] [[starship|vessel]]). ({{TNG|The Perfect Mate}}) |
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Revision as of 04:01, 25 February 2014
The Constitution of the United Federation of Planets was a document which stated the fundamental political principles of the United Federation of Planets. It contained at least twelve "Guarantees" related to fundamental individual rights of citizens.
The Seventh Guarantee against self-incrimination during legal proceedings was considered by Captain Picard in 2367 as "one of the most important rights granted by the Federation." (TNG: "The Drumhead")
The Twelfth Guarantee of the Constitution dealt with the rights of artists, and defined an artist as "a person who creates an original artistic work". (VOY: "Author, Author")
In some instances those protections related to fundamental rights can be extended to non-citizens while on Federation territory (such as a Starfleet vessel). (TNG: "The Perfect Mate")