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Constitution of the State of New York Art. I § 3. [Freedom of worship;  religious liberty]

Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

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.

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