Petition of Right
The Petition of Right is a significant constitutional document in England, created in 1628. It was presented to King Charles I by Parliament, asserting that the king could not impose taxes without Parliament's consent, imprison individuals without cause, or quarter soldiers in private homes during peacetime. This document aimed to limit the powers of the monarchy and protect the rights of subjects.
The Petition of Right is considered a cornerstone of English constitutional law and influenced later documents, such as the English Bill of Rights in 1689. It established the principle that the law applies to everyone, including the king, reinforcing the idea of parliamentary sovereignty and individual liberties.