Decl. of Rights, Art. I
Natural rights of all people
Right
Individual Rights
Annulled
Declaration of Rights
Official text rightpowerlimitif conditionlegal term
All men are born free and equal, and have certain natural, essential, and unalienable rights; among which may be reckoned the right of enjoying and defending their lives and liberties; that of acquiring, possessing, and protecting property; in fine, that of seeking and obtaining their safety and happiness.
Note (Massachusetts Legislature): [Annulled by Amendments, Art. CVI.]
Simplified explanation
Annulled: This article said all men are born free and equal and have natural, essential and unalienable rights, including enjoying and defending their lives and liberties, acquiring and protecting property, and seeking safety and happiness. A note says it was annulled by Amendments, Art. CVI.