Rights and Duties
Practicing and valuing the principles that govern life in a democratic society encourages the development of positive environments and healthy interpersonal relationships. The rights and duties shared by everyone allow us to live fairly and safely. This is because rights are a way of recognizing people’s freedoms and living conditions to ensure their dignity as human beings. Knowing our rights and duties is crucial to promoting healthy coexistence, asserting our rights, and fulfilling our civic duties.
On this page, you may access information about our rights and duties and their importance to promote a healthy coexistence.
The Role of the Courts in Protecting Rights
What is the role of the Supreme Court of Puerto Rico regarding the interpretation of the Constitution of Puerto Rico?
The Constitution of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico establishes that the Supreme Court has the primary duty of interpreting the Constitution and analyzing the constitutional validity of the laws.
What role does the United States Supreme Court play in protecting the rights of the Puerto Rican society?
The United States Supreme Court is the highest court deciding federal matters. This court can review the decisions issued by the Supreme Court of Puerto Rico that are related to federal law. On the other hand, the decisions of the United States Supreme Court that interpret the Constitution of the United States and federal laws apply to Puerto Rico.
The information and guidance provided here are intended for educational purposes only and do not constitute a legal resource nor a substitute for the professional services of an attorney.
Revised: February 2023