Description
Constitution of the Republic of Panama of 1904
Book Summary
This work presents the complete text of the 1904 Constitution of the Republic of Panama, the country's first charter following its independence from Colombia. The reader will find the foundational document that established the Panamanian republican and representative system, in force between 1904 and 1941. It is a reference edition for understanding the origins of Panama's legal and political system, offering direct access to the legal foundations that defined the structure of the new State.
What is it about?
The 1904 Constitution is the legal text that organized the government of Panama after its separation from Colombia in 1903. Promulgated on February 15, 1904, this charter instituted a republican, representative, and democratic system of government. The document establishes the division of powers into three independent branches: the Executive branch, headed by a president; the Legislative branch; and the Judicial branch. Additionally, it defines the rights and duties of citizens, the territorial organization of the country, and the mechanisms for public administration. This edition faithfully reproduces the original text, allowing the reader to access the primary source of Panamanian constitutionalism.
Main themes
- Panamanian constitutional law and state foundations
- Political organization and division of powers in the Republic of Panama
- Legal framework of Panama's foundational period (1904-1941)
- Classic texts of Latin American constitutionalism
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at law students and professionals, especially those interested in constitutional law and the legal history of Panama. It is also useful for researchers, historians, and academics studying the formative period of the Panamanian State. Likewise, it is a reference for any reader interested in the foundational texts of Latin American republics.
What this book offers
- Access to the original text of the first Panamanian constitution, a primary source for the study of the country's constitutional law.
- Understanding of the legal foundations that structured Panama's republican and representative government.
- Essential reference material for the analysis of the historical period between 1904 and 1941.
- Edition in a manageable and accessible format for academic or professional use.
Technical specifications
- Author: Various Authors
- Publisher: Linkgua Ediciones
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Classic texts, Constitutional and administrative law
- Collection: Laws
- Binding: Paperback
- Date of publication: April 2025
- Number of pages: 74
- Weight: 100 g
Editorial assessment
This edition of the 1904 Constitution is a valuable reference tool for specialists in Panamanian law and history. Its primary interest lies in offering the foundational text of the country's constitutionalism in an accessible format. The work is especially relevant for those who need to access the primary source without additional interpretations, allowing for a direct analysis of the document that laid the foundations of the Panamanian State. It is recommended as reference material for academic studies and legal and historical professionals.