Art. I, § 3

Freedom of worship; religious liberty

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The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed in this state to all humankind; and no person shall be rendered incompetent to be a witness on account of his or her opinions on matters of religious belief; but the liberty of conscience hereby secured shall not be so construed as to excuse acts of licentiousness, or justify practices inconsistent with the peace or safety of this state.

Simplified explanation

The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed to all humankind, and no person shall be made incompetent as a witness for religious opinions. This liberty does not excuse licentiousness or practices inconsistent with the state's peace or safety.