> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://dubs-docs.gitbook.io/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://dubs-docs.gitbook.io/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/foundations-and-procedures/title-1-general-provisions/preamble.md).

# Preamble

### It is hereby ordered <a href="#it-is-hereby-ordered" id="it-is-hereby-ordered"></a>

The laws contained within this document shall be valid and in effect.

***Signed: October 14, 2024***

### Introduction <a href="#introduction" id="introduction"></a>

The laws and statutes that comprise this document are not open to interpretation by the public. They are to be read literally. Interpretation is reserved for the courts.

The Department of Justice is hereby formed to establish systems for enforcing laws, seeking just punishment for those found guilty of crimes, and to ensure the fair and impartial handling of justice. The government is hereby formed under one nation containing one governing body for the nation, two counties, and numerous cities and towns.

The Senate and Government Board of Directors is hereby formed to direct the creation, alteration, and enforcement of these laws.

### Citing the Code <a href="#citing-the-code" id="citing-the-code"></a>

For consistency and to allow ease of understanding, please refer to penal code entries in one of three ways:

1. With the full title, prefix first. For example, *\[1] 1 - Vehicle Manslaughter.*
2. With the prefix. For example, *\[1] 1 or \[1] 2*.
3. \[#] can be citing by "Title", the \[#] # can be cited by section (e.g. - \[1] 1 = Title 1, Section 1)

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**⚠ Important: In-Game Rules Disclaimer**

This is a two-part disclaimer:

1. **Certain Offenses Are Excluded**\
   Certain offenses commonly illegal in developed western nations are intentionally **not included** in this code because they conflict with the rules of this community.
   * **Examples**: Crimes involving rape, prostitution/pimping, sexual assault/battery, or sex crimes against minors are **prohibited** both in roleplay and out of character.
   * The maximum level of roleplay allowed in such cases may only include:
     * Domestic violence scenarios.
     * "Sexual remarks or physical advances" under the Sexual Harassment law.
     * Non-consensual touching as outlined in the Simple Battery law.
2. **Offenses Require Permission**\
   The inclusion of certain crimes in the penal code **does not mean players are free to roleplay them** without restrictions. The rules page contains a list of restricted roleplay scenarios which place limitations onto certain higher crimes such as, but not limited to:
   * Acts of terrorism
   * Bank Robberies

For a full list of restricted roleplay scenarios, refer to the [Rules Page](https://equinoxroleplay.gitbook.io/userguide/welcome-to-equinox-roleplay/official-equinox-rules/server-rules/rules-of-roleplay).
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