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Colorado Revised Statutes Constitution of 1876 Art. II, § 4. Religious freedom

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The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination, shall forever hereafter be guaranteed;  and no person shall be denied any civil or political right, privilege or capacity, on account of his opinions concerning religion;  but the liberty of conscience hereby secured shall not be construed to dispense with oaths or affirmations, excuse acts of licentiousness or justify practices inconsistent with the good order, peace or safety of the state. No person shall be required to attend or support any ministry or place of worship, religious sect or denomination against his consent. Nor shall any preference be given by law to any religious denomination or mode of worship.

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