Compilation of Laws in the Spanish Indies: A Historical Overview
The Process of Law Compilation in the Spanish Indies
The increasing number of legal provisions aimed at regulating the diverse situations arising in the Indies from an early age raised the problem of their accessibility, not only in America but also within the Council of the Indies itself.
The compilation efforts of the Council of the Indies began during the reign of Philip II, prompted by the visit of Juan de Ovando to the Council of the Indies. Ovando initially created an index of the provisions
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CHAPTER 1: Locke and the Enunciation Originating in the Doctrine of Separation of Powers
1. John Locke, Theorist of the English Revolution
John Locke (1632-1704) is the political philosopher of the English Revolution of 1688.
The adoption of the Bill of Rights in 1689 meant the ultimate establishment of constitutional monarchy in England and the establishment of the political and constitutional principle of separation of powers.
Both the Agreement of the People (1649), which established a constitutional
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Royal Prerogatives (Regalism) in Spain
Regalism refers to the intervention of the monarch in church affairs. The difference with Caesaropapism is that now the monarch is not obliged to protect the Church and can control and manage it at will. The main manifestations of regalism in Spanish law were:
- Regio Patronato Universal: The monarch’s right to intervene in the appointment of bishops and clergymen. Thus, the monarch controlled the ecclesiastical power in the country. This lasted until 1976.
- Regio
Company Constitution: Administrative, Labor, and Tax Procedures
Company Constitution: Administrative, Labor, and Tax Procedures for LLCs
This document outlines the essential administrative, labor, and tax procedures required for establishing and maintaining a Limited Liability Company (LLC).
1. Initial Procedures
1.1. Negative Name Certification
A certification verifying the uniqueness of the proposed company name. This must be presented to the notary during the deed granting process.
- Deadline: Before writing.
- Location: Companies Commercial Registry.
1.2. Notary Deed
The
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Understanding Business Structures
No member may have more than one-third of the capital.
Key Features
- Disclaimer: Limited contributions of each member.
- Minimum members: 3, including 2 workers.
- Minimum capital: SAL and SLL 3005.06 – 60101.21.
- Taxation: Income tax.
- Social security: General rules if partners are working.
- Name: Company name together with SAL or SLL.
Cooperative Societies
Special corporations. Natural or legal persons with common interests or needs.
Do not depend on political, religious, or trade
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Enclosed Registration in Criminal Proceedings
Entering and Enclosed Registration: The measure of entry and registration in enclosed spaces (sections 545 to 572 of the Criminal Procedure Code, CPP) is designed to collect research sources related to a person or the accused. This practice involves examining households to address potential violations of fundamental inviolability (Article 18.2 of the EC), justified by compliance with specific purposes of criminal proceedings.
We can discuss the requirements
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