Article 3 , Section 3 (Original text):
Treason against the United States, shall consist only in levying War against them, or in adhering to their Enemies, giving them Aid and Comfort. No Person shall be convicted of Treason unless on the Testimony of two Witnesses to the same overt Act, or on Confession in open Court. The Congress shall have Power to declare the Punishment of Treason, but no Attainder of Treason shall work Corruption of Blood, or Forfeiture except during the Life of the Person attainted
Explanation:
This section defines treason, outlines the evidence and conviction process, and establishes limitations on punishment for treasonous acts.
Treason
- Definition of Treason:
- Treason against the United States consists only of levying war against them or adhering to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort.
- Evidence and Conviction:
- No person can be convicted of treason unless there is testimony from two witnesses to the same overt act, or a confession in open court.
- Punishment and Limitations:
- Congress has the power to declare the punishment for treason.
- However, no attainder of treason can result in corruption of blood or forfeiture except during the life of the person attainted.
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