Article 56
General confiscation of property is prohibited. The penalty of confiscation of private property shall only be imposed by a court judgment and in cases specified by the law.
Article 57
The respect of the Constitution, compliance with the laws issued by Public Authority, abiding by public order and morality, observing national traditions and established customs is a duty of all who reside in the State of Qatar or enter its territory.
Article 58
Extradition of political refugees is prohibited; and the law shall determine conditions of granting political asylum.
PART FOUR
Organization of Powers
Chapter One: General Provisions
Article 59
The people are the source of power, and they shall exercise the same in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution.
Article 60
The system of Government is based on the separation of powers and shall be exercised in collaboration with the manner specified in this Constitution.
Article 61
The Legislative Authority shall be vested in Al‐Shoura Council as prescribed in this Constitution.
Article 62
The Executive Authority shall be vested in the Emir and he shall be assisted by the Council of Ministers as specified in this Constitution.
Article 63
The Judicial Authority shall be vested in courts of law as prescribed in this Constitution; and court judgments shall be pronounced in the name of the Emir.
