Section 1. Division of Powers

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Division of Powers

The powers of government shall be divided into three distinct departments: legislative, executive and judicial. No person or persons belonging to or constituting one of these departments shall exercise any of the powers properly belonging to either of the others except in the instances expressly provided in this constitution.

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Election Date: November 5, 1974

Votes For Ratification: 815,064

Votes Against Ratification: 311,781

Percent for Ratification: 72%

Percent Against Ratification: 28%

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Amendment Source: 1974 Chap 409

Effective Date Source: https://uwmadison.app.box.com/file/1685091026371

Division of Powers

The powers of the government shall be divided into three distinct Departments, the Legislative, Executive and Judicial; and no person or persons belonging to or constituting one of these Departments, shall exercise any of the powers properly belonging to either of the others, except in the instances expressly provided in this Constitution.

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