Declaration of Rights

Section 11.

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That, in controversies respecting property, and in suits between man and man, the ancient trail by jury of twelve men is preferable to any other, and ought to be held sacred.

Summary: Added "of twelve men" between "jury" and "is"

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That, in controversies respecting property, and in suits between man and man, the ancient trail by jury is preferable to any other, and ought to be held sacred.

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Election Date: October 25, 1851

Votes For Ratification: 67562

Votes Against Ratification: 9933

Percent for Ratification: 87%

Percent Against Ratification: 13%

Notes: Election was held 10/23/1851-10/25/1851.

Amendment Source: 1851 Virginia Constitution

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That in controversies respecting property, and in suits between man and man, the ancient trial by jury is preferable to any other, and ought to be held sacred.

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