# DSB Charter v1 (Draft)

## Purpose

This Charter establishes the foundational principles, powers, and governance model for the Decentralized Sovereign Body (DSB), modeled on SMOM-style sovereignty with recognition without permanent territory.

## Powers & Immunities Sought

### Legal Personality
* Recognition as an entity with legal personality under international law
* Capacity to enter into agreements, MOUs, and host-state arrangements
* Ability to issue credentials and attestations with legal effect

### Immunities
* Functional immunities for official acts
* Protection of sensitive operational data
* Diplomatic protections for recognized representatives

### Credential Authority
* Authority to issue verifiable credentials for eResidency and eCitizenship
* Recognition of digital signatures and notarial acts
* Maintenance of credential registries and revocation lists

## Governance Model

### Founding Council
* Composed of founding members and recognized representatives
* Approves Charter, Statutes, and major policy decisions
* Oversees recognition strategy and external relations

### Chancellor (Policy Lead)
* Owns legal/policy stack and diplomacy
* Manages constitutional instruments and policy framework
* Coordinates recognition efforts and host-state arrangements

### CIO/CISO
* Owns PKI, security, and audits
* Manages trust anchors and certificate authorities
* Oversees security posture and compliance

### CTO/Engineering
* Platforms, wallets, APIs, issuance & verification
* Technical architecture and implementation
* Integration with external systems

### Registrar
* Operations, case management, ceremonies
* Application processing and credential issuance
* Member registry management

### Ombuds Panel
* Appeals & remedies
* Independent oversight and dispute resolution
* Public register of decisions

## Membership Classes

### Resident (eResident)
* Digital residency status
* Level of Assurance (LOA) 1-2
* Access to digital ID, signatures, and services
* Subscription-based fees

### Citizen (eCitizen)
* Full citizenship status
* Level of Assurance (LOA) 2-3
* Governance vote, public offices, honors
* Oath requirement and service contribution
* One-time fee plus renewal

### Honorary
* Recognized contributions or status
* Limited rights and privileges
* No fees required

### Service
* Service members and contributors
* Special recognition and benefits
* Service-based eligibility

## Scope

### Digital-Only Status
* Primary focus on digital identity and credentials
* No claims to territorial sovereignty
* Recognition through MOUs and agreements

### Diplomatic Effects
* Limited diplomatic recognition through agreements
* Acceptance of credentials by third parties
* Cross-recognition with other digital identity systems

## Recognition Pathways

### NGOs & Standards Bodies
* MOUs with international NGOs
* Recognition by standards bodies
* Interoperability agreements

### Universities & Chambers
* Academic recognition
* Business chamber recognition
* Professional order recognition

### Willing States
* Limited-purpose recognition agreements
* Acceptance of e-signatures and credentials
* Host-state arrangements

## Data Protection & Privacy

### Privacy Principles
* Data minimization
* Purpose limitation
* Transparency and accountability
* Individual rights and control

### Lawful Bases
* Consent
* Legal obligation
* Legitimate interests
* Public task

### Data Processing
* Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
* Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
* Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)
* Retention & Deletion Schedules

## Sanctions & Compliance

### KYC/AML
* Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements
* Anti-Money Laundering (AML) screening
* Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk cases
* PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) handling

### Sanctions Screening
* Sanctions list screening
* Risk scoring and assessment
* Audit trail requirements
* Compliance monitoring

## Trust Framework

### Levels of Assurance (LOA)
* **LOA 1**: Basic identity verification
* **LOA 2**: Enhanced identity verification with document check
* **LOA 3**: Highest level with in-person or video verification

### Assurance Events
* Onboarding
* Renewal
* Recovery
* Revocation

### Incident Handling
* Security incident response
* Credential compromise procedures
* Audit and compliance reviews

## Benefits & Obligations

### Benefits
* Digital ID and credentials
* Qualified e-signatures
* Notarial layer
* Dispute resolution forum
* Community services
* Professional orders
* Honors and recognition

### Obligations
* Updating information
* Code of conduct compliance
* Service contributions (for citizens)
* Good standing maintenance

## Amendments

This Charter may be amended by the Founding Council with a recorded vote and published version control.

## Version Control

* Version 1.0 - Initial draft
* All amendments tracked with version history
* Public access to current and historical versions

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**Status**: Draft  
**Last Updated**: 2024-01-01  
**Next Review**: 2024-04-01