I mean, I know laws can be interpreted. But we're talking about what seems like a pretty straightforward section of the constitution. What's even more damning

I mean, I know laws can be interpreted. But we're talking about what seems like a pretty straightforward section of the constitution. What's even more damning is that there's no interest in resolving the contradiction. If this had been discovered during a murder trial where there was overwhelming evidence of guilt, and simply a jurisdiction loophole, I'd be sympathetic to saying "let's just sweep it under the rug". But if it's known and the response is simply "eh, well if it happens we'll just ignore the constitution because 'common law'", that really reduces my respect for what the law is.