A constitutional referendum was held in the Northern Mariana Islands on 6 March 1977.[1] The new constitution was approved by 93% of voters and came into force on 9 January 1978.[1]
Background
A Constitutional Assembly had been elected and drafted the new constitution between 18 October until 5 December 1976.[1]
Results
Choice
Votes
%
For
3,557
93.24
Against
258
6.76
Invalid/blank votes
19
–
Total
3,834
100
Registered voters/turnout
6,554
58.50
Source: Direct Democracy
References
^ a b cNorthern Mariana Islands, 6 March 1977: Constitution Direct Democracy (in German)
