jun 7, 1628 - Petition of Right
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A constitutional document sent by Parliament to King Charles I in regards to his means of exercising authority.
4 main points:
- No taxation without Parliament's consent
- No imprisonment without cause
- No quartering of soldiers on the public
- No martial law during peacetime.
Limited King's power slowly moving away from Divine Right and Absolute Monarchy.
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