Bill: Rejected The Royal Charter of Alexandria Act

[PrestigeIX]

A
BILL
TO
Establish the Royal Charter of Alexandria and to Define the Powers of the Crown and the Structure of its Government​

1 - About this Act
(1) This Act

(a) may be cited as ‘The Royal Charter of Alexandria Act’ or ‘RCA’.​

(b) may be numbered as P.B.##-###.​

(c) shall be enacted immediately upon proclamation of the Sovereign.​

(d) has been authored by Parliament Member PrestigeIX.​

(e) has been co-sponsored by Parliament Member bloodyrebals and Parliament Member MrRoyaltys.​

2 - Repeals
(1) The Constitution of the Kingdom of Alexandria is hereby suspended for the duration of the provisional period defined in Section 4 of this Act..

3 - New Charter

The people of the Kingdom of Alexandria, through their elected Parliament, in this their final legislative act, do hereby irrevocably cede and transfer all sovereign authority to the Crown for a limited and specified duration, and do establish and enact the following Royal Charter as the supreme law of the Kingdom for that period:


"PREAMBLE
By the will of the Crown and the guiding hand of Providence, The Kingdom of Alexandria is hereby established as an Absolute Monarchy, supreme in its governance. All power, authority, and sovereignty emanate from the Crown, concentrated in the person of the reigning Monarch, whose dominion extends to all matters of the realm - legislative, executive, and judicial.

This Royal Charter, decreed by the authority of the Imperial Throne and sanctioned by the traditions of our Kingdom, is set forth to institute the governance of Alexandria in accordance with the natural order and the sacred duty of the Crown and all those who serve beneath it. The Monarch, anointed and crowned in majesty, vested with absolute authority, stands as the supreme arbiter of all affairs, charged with the sacred trust of leading the Kingdom towards prosperity, exacting justice against those who threaten the realm, and bringing about eternal glory, commanding the loyalty and devotion of every subject and official within these dominions.

To those who hold the offices of the Kingdom, this Charter defines the duties by which they shall serve the Crown with purpose. To all subjects, it grants rights and protections for all who endure the faithful bond between Throne and people.

By Royal Decree, this instrument is established as the foundation upon which rests the continuity of the Crown and the Kingdom of Alexandria.


PART I - THE CROWN

1. Sovereign Power

All legislative, executive, and judicial power is vested absolutely in the Monarch. The Monarch is the supreme Head of State and Head of Government. The word of the Monarch is law.

2. The Monarch

The Monarch, being the King or Queen of Alexandria, holds the following indivisible and inalienable powers:

Supreme Lawgiver: The Monarch creates, amends, and repeals all laws through the issuance of Royal Decrees.

Chief Executive: The Monarch directs the entire administration of the Kingdom, overseeing all government functions.

Fount of Justice: The Monarch is the supreme judge of the Kingdom, from whom all judicial authority is derived. The Monarch may issue pardons, grant clemency, and overturn the ruling of any court.

Commander-in-Chief: The Monarch holds supreme command of all armed forces and has the sole power to declare war and make peace.

Appointment and Dismissal: The Monarch appoints and may dismiss, at will, any and all public officials, including the Prime Minister, Cabinet Ministers, members of the Royal Council, and all Judicial Officers.

Financial Authority: The Monarch holds ultimate control over the Royal Treasury and the Royal Bank, and has the sole authority to mint currency, levy taxes, and approve all state expenditures.

Foreign Affairs: The Monarch alone directs the foreign policy of the Kingdom, negotiates and ratifies all treaties, and appoints and receives all ambassadors.

3. Succession and Regency

The Crown is hereditary. Upon the end of a Monarch's reign, the Crown shall pass to their designated heir. The reigning Monarch shall, by Royal Decree, name their successor to ensure the stability and continuity of the Kingdom. In the absence of a designated heir, the Royal Cabinet shall proclaim a successor according to traditions established by the Crown.

In the event the Monarch is rendered incapable of ruling, a Regent shall be appointed to exercise Royal Power in the Monarch's name. The Regent shall be the person first designated by the previous Monarch, or failing that, the Prime Minister, who shall act as Regent with the consent of the Royal Cabinet until the Monarch is once more capable of ruling.

PART II - THE ROYAL GOVERNMENT

4. Delegated Executive Authority

All executive authority is delegated by the Monarch. The Royal Government exists to enact the Monarch’s will and administer the affairs of the Kingdom on the Monarch’s behalf.

5. The Prime Minister

The Monarch shall appoint a Prime Minister to serve as the chief administrator of the Royal Government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Monarch and is responsible for the following:

Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Government Ministries.

Ensuring the efficient implementation of Royal Decrees and policies.

Presiding over the Cabinet and reporting directly to the Monarch.

Managing the administration of the public service.

6. The Royal Cabinet

The Royal Cabinet is a body of Ministers, appointed by the Monarch, to advise the Crown and to head the Government Ministries.

Each Minister is personally and directly accountable to the Monarch for the administration of their ministry.

The Cabinet meets to coordinate the implementation of the Monarch’s agenda.

The Royal Cabinet operates under the principle of singular responsibility to the Monarch.

PART III - THE ROYAL ADVISORY COUNCIL

7. Establishment and Role

There shall be a Royal Advisory Council, whose members are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Monarch. The Council does not hold legislative power. Its sole purpose is to serve the Crown in an advisory capacity.

8. Responsibilities of the Council

The Royal Advisory Council has the following responsibilities:

Debate: To debate matters of national importance as directed by the Monarch.

Counsel: To offer counsel and non-binding advice to the Monarch on policy and law.

Petition: To present petitions from the subjects of the realm to the Monarch for consideration.

Scrutiny: To scrutinize the implementation of Royal Decrees by the Ministries and report its findings to the Monarch.

9. Presiding Officer

The Monarch may appoint a Speaker from among the Council's members to preside over its meetings, maintain order, and ensure that proceedings are conducted with the decorum befitting service to the Crown. The Speaker serves at the Monarch's pleasure.

PART IV - THE JUDICIARY

10. The Monarch's Justice

All judicial power is derived from the Monarch. The courts exist to administer the Monarch’s justice according to the laws established by Royal Decree.

11. The Courts

The Chancery: The Chancery is the highest court of the Kingdom. It shall hear appellate cases and any matters of great legal significance as directed by the Monarch.

The Magistrates Court: The Magistrates Court shall be the court of primary jurisdiction for all criminal and civil matters.

12. Judicial Officers

All Judicial Officers are appointed by the Monarch and serve at the Monarch’s pleasure.

Chancellors: The Monarch shall appoint Chancellors to the Chancery, including a High Chancellor who shall oversee the administration of the Judiciary.

Magistrates: The Monarch shall appoint Magistrates to the Magistrates Court.

Judicial Officers serve the Crown by impartially applying the law as decreed by the Monarch. They may be removed from their position at any time, for any reason, by the Monarch.

PART V - RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF SUBJECTS

13. Privileges Granted by the Crown

The Crown, in its wisdom and for the good of the Kingdom, grants the following privileges to its loyal subjects. These privileges are subject to limitations prescribed by Royal Decree for the maintenance of public order, national security, and the authority of the Crown.

Every subject shall be equal before the law.

Every subject has the right to a fair and speedy trial before an impartial Judicial Officer.

No subject can be made to produce self-incriminating evidence in a court of law.

Every subject has the right to appeal a charge made against them.

Every subject has the right to be informed of the reason for their arrest or detention.

Every subject has the right to be secure against unreasonable search and seizure, as defined by royal law.

Every subject has the right to peacefully assemble and associate, provided such activities do not threaten the peace of the Kingdom or the authority of the Crown.

PART VI - ROYAL EDICT

14. Amendment of the Charter

This Charter may be amended, suspended, or revoked in whole or in part at any time by a Royal Decree issued by the reigning Monarch.

PART VII - STAFF RELATIONSHIP WITH THE CROWN

15. Realm Administration

Network Staff are the ultimate arbiters of the Realm and the only bridge between the Staff and the Royal Government.

16. Staff Override

For the benefit of the server, Network Staff retain the reserve power to override any decision, decree, or action of the Monarch and the Royal Government. This power is absolute and cannot be overturned. The Network Staff will endeavor to communicate this override through the Monarch where possible and will work with the Royal Government to seek an alternative option.

17. Removal of a Monarch

The Network Staff can remove a Monarch and oversee the transition of power.

PART VIII - DEFINING KEY TERMS

18. Royal Decree

A formal order or law issued by the Monarch. A Royal Decree is the primary instrument of legislation and has the force of absolute law.

19. Public Office

Any position of authority or service within the Kingdom’s government, judiciary, or advisory council. All who hold public office are servants of the Crown.

20. Convention

The established practices and traditions of the Kingdom that support the effective and orderly operation of the Monarchy and its government. All conventions are subordinate to the expressed will of the Monarch."

4 - Provisional Authority and Constitutional Transition
(1) Limited Duration: The Provisional Royal Charter established in Section 3 of this Act, and all powers granted therein to the Monarch, shall be temporary and shall remain in force for a period not to exceed 90 days from the date of enactment of this Act ("the provisional period").
(2) Mandate for a New Constitution: During the provisional period, the Monarch is mandated to oversee and facilitate the drafting and ratification of a new, permanent Constitution for the Kingdom of Alexandria.
(a) To this end, the Monarch shall convene a Constitutional Assembly composed of subjects chosen from the realm.
(b) This Assembly shall be tasked with drafting the text of a permanent Constitution.

(3) Ratification: The permanent Constitution drafted by the Assembly shall be put to a public referendum. It shall be deemed ratified and shall immediately replace this Provisional Royal Charter and the suspended Constitution upon receiving the support of a majority of the votes cast.

(4) Continuity of Law: Upon the ratification of a permanent Constitution, all Royal Decrees issued during the provisional period shall be deemed Acts of Parliament or the equivalent legislative instrument under the new system. They shall remain in full force and effect unless and until they are amended or repealed by the new government.

(5) Default Provision: If a new permanent Constitution is not ratified by the conclusion of the 90-day provisional period, or if the Provisional Royal Charter is revoked by the Monarch prior to this date without a Ratification of a new Constitution, the following shall occur automatically:
(a) This Act, including the Provisional Royal Charter, shall be null and void.
(b) The Constitution of the Kingdom of Alexandria, as it existed prior to the passage of this Act, shall be immediately and fully reinstated.