California's Constitution has been one of the most influential constitutions in the nation and has been amended and interpreted in many different ways. This definitive, easy-to-use reference by distinguished scholars should be a standard guide for lawyers, students, and for the citizenry in considering their votes on ballot questions. The constitutional history gives a solid overview of the development of this fundamental body of law and the article-by-article commentary with text provides incisive analysis. The short bibliography, table of cases, and full index increase the usefulness of this authoritative reference.