State v. Warren

The sole question involved in this appeal: Is the act in controversy unconstitutional? We think so.

The Constitution of H. C., Art. I, sec. 7, is as follows: “Ho man or set of men are entitled to exclusive or separate emoluments or privileges from the community but in consideration of public services.” Art. I, sec. 17: “Ho person ought to be taken, imprisoned, or disseized of his freehold, liberties, or privileges, or outlawed or exiled, or in any manner deprived of his life, liberty, or property, but by the law of the land.” Sec. 31: “Perpetuities and monopolies are contrary to the genius of…