7. No person shall be accused, arrested, or imprisoned except in the cases and according to the forms prescribed by law. Any one soliciting, transmitting, executing, or causing to be executed, any arbitrary order, shall be punished. But any citizen summoned or arrested in virtue of the law shall submit without delay, as resistance constitutes an offense.

This principle underscores the importance of the rule of law in a democratic society, ensuring that individuals cannot be unlawfully detained or subjected to arbitrary actions by authorities. It aims to protect citizens' rights and guarantees due process, reflecting the ideals promoted by famous documents such as the Magna Carta and the U.S. Constitution. In practice, this means that law enforcement must follow established legal processes when making arrest decisions, which helps prevent abuses of power. Citizens must understand their rights during encounters with law enforcement, including the right to remain silent and the right to legal representation, ensuring they are treated fairly under the law.