Rights and duties coexist
The Constitution protects human rights and also establishes citizens’ duties. Failure to perform one duty does not remove another constitutional right: any consequence must be assessed separately under the law and the applicable procedure.
Core duties
- observe the Constitution and laws;
- pay taxes and other charges established by law;
- defend the Republic as provided by law;
- care for children and incapacitated parents;
- protect nature and respect the rights and freedoms of others.
What matters in a concrete case
Tax obligations, military service, maintenance, environmental rules and other duties are governed by different laws. The legal consequence depends on the alleged conduct, evidence, time limit and procedure.
Start with the constitutional provision, then read the relevant law and official procedure. A short explainer alone is not enough to determine liability.