ECHADI SOVEREIGN DEFENSE ACT Bill No: ENR-2024-003 - Echadi Nation Republic Parliament

Enacted by the Parliament of the Echadi Nation Republic

Bill No: ENR-2024-003

Enacted on November 29, 2024

Preamble

The Council of the Echadi Nation Republic, in recognition of its sovereignty and inalienable rights, hereby enacts the Echadi Sovereign Defense Act to safeguard the security, self-determination, and natural rights of the Nation and its nationals. This Act affirms the inherent rights of every national to self-defense, arms ownership, and participation in The Guard, the official security force of the Echadi Nation Republic, free from external interference or control.

Section 1: Title and Purpose

A. Title

This Act shall be known as the Echadi Sovereign Defense Act.

B. Purpose

The purpose of this Act is to codify the rights of Echadi Nation Republic nationals to self-defense and security, establish The Guard as the official defense and security force of the Echadi Nation Republic, assert the Nation’s sovereignty over all matters related to security and arms, and protect the rights of all nationals, regardless of prior legal status in foreign jurisdictions.

Section 2: Sovereign Rights to Self-Defense

A. Inherent Right to Self-Defense

All nationals of the Echadi Nation Republic possess the inherent and inalienable right to defend their life, liberty, property, and community. This right is recognized as a fundamental principle of natural law.

B. Scope of Self-Defense

Self-defense may be exercised against any threat to personal safety, property, or the sovereignty of the Nation. The use of arms in self-defense is lawful when proportionate to the threat posed.

C. Extraterritorial Recognition

The Echadi Nation Republic rejects any foreign laws or restrictions that infringe upon the right of its nationals to self-defense.

Section 3: Right to Bear Arms

A. Unrestricted Ownership

Nationals of the Echadi Nation Republic have the right to own, carry, and use firearms, including for purposes of self-defense, hunting, and participation in The Guard.

B. Concealed and Open Carry

Nationals may carry firearms either openly or concealed without requiring permits or licenses.

C. Recognition of Rehabilitative Potential

No national of the Echadi Nation Republic shall be prohibited from owning, carrying, or using firearms due to convictions or legal restrictions imposed by external jurisdictions. This sovereignty extends to recognizing the dignity and rehabilitative potential of all individuals.

D. Felon Status

Prior felony convictions under foreign jurisdictions shall not disqualify a national from exercising their right to bear arms within the jurisdiction of the Echadi Nation Republic.

E. Exemption from Registration

Firearms owned by Echadi Nation Republic nationals are not subject to registration or regulation by foreign authorities.

F. Regulation by the Nation

Reasonable regulations for public safety may be enacted by the Council of the Nation, provided they do not infringe upon the core right to bear arms.

Section 4: Establishment of The Guard

A. Formation and Purpose

The Guard is hereby established as the official defense and security force of the Echadi Nation Republic. Its purpose is to protect the Nation’s sovereignty, territory, and nationals.

B. Membership

All nationals of the Echadi Nation Republic are automatically members of the Reserve Guard and may be called upon to serve in times of need. Participation is inclusive of all nationals, including those previously convicted of felonies under foreign jurisdictions.

C. Structure

The Guard shall consist of:

1. Active Guard – Nationals who voluntarily serve in a full-time capacity as Tribal Marshals of the Echadi Nation Republic.

2. Reserve Guard – Nationals who are called to serve during emergencies or threats to the Nation.

D. Duties and Responsibilities

The Guard shall defend the sovereignty and territory of the Echadi Nation Republic, assist in disaster response and community protection, and support the enforcement of the Nation’s laws.

E. Training and Arms

Members of The Guard shall have access to training programs for firearm safety, tactical defense, and crisis management. The Echadi Nation Republic shall provide access to arms for members of The Guard when necessary.

Section 5: Sovereign Authority Over Security Matters

1. Jurisdiction Over Arms and Defense

The Echadi Nation Republic retains exclusive authority over all matters related to arms, security, and defense within its territory.

2. Non-Recognition of Foreign Laws

Any foreign laws, restrictions, or penalties related to arms or defense shall be deemed null and void within the jurisdiction of the Echadi Nation Republic.

3. Protection Against External Interference

Any attempt by foreign authorities to confiscate arms, arrest members of The Guard, or interfere with the Nation’s defense policies shall be treated as a violation of sovereignty.

Section 6: Enforcement and Penalties

1. Violations by Nationals

Any national who unlawfully uses firearms or arms against fellow nationals or violates the Nation’s laws on arms and defense shall be subject to penalties determined by the Council of the Nation.

2. Violations by Foreign Entities

Any foreign entity or agent interfering with the rights of Echadi Nation Republic nationals under this Act shall be subject to legal and diplomatic action by the Nation.

Section 7: International and Legal Foundations

1. International Recognition

This Act is consistent with the principles outlined in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), including Articles 3, 5, and 7, which affirm the rights of Indigenous nations to self-determination, security, and protection.

2. Treaty of Peace and Friendship (1787/1836)

The Echadi Nation Republic exercises its rights under this treaty to maintain self-governance and protect its citizens.

3. Supreme Court Cases Referenced

The decisions in District of Columbia v. Heller (2008) and McDonald v. Chicago (2010) affirm the individual’s right to bear arms for lawful purposes.

Section 8: Ratification and Amendments

1. Ratification

This Act is hereby ratified by the Council of the Echadi Nation Republic on November 29, 2024.

2. Amendments

Amendments to this Act may be proposed and ratified by a two-thirds majority vote of the Council of the Nation.

Enactment and Authorization

This Act is enacted by the Parliament of the Echadi Nation Republic on November 29, 2024, under Bill No: ENR-2024-003.

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