Legal Question in Constitutional Law in Indiana
Constitutional Law
Do US fraternal organizations, Masons, Odd fellows, knights of Pythias, have to obey the US Constitution, Ammendments, and Bill of Rights in their legal proceedings within the organization?
Asked on 3/27/07, 6:56 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman
Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman
Re: Constitutional Law
Generally, no. The Constitution limits the authority of the government, not of private entities. Organizations like the Masons have no special status under the law and are treated just like other private organizations.
Answered on 3/27/07, 1:58 pm
Samuel Hasler
Samuel Hasler
Re: Constitutional Law
No, the government has to obey the Constitution.
Answered on 3/27/07, 8:02 am
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