27 Amendments Flashcards
1.
Freedom of expression, religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
(Freedom comes first)
2.
Protects the rights of individual citizens to keep and bear arms. Establishes a milita that is necessary for a free state.
(To bear arms)
3.
Prohibits soldiers from temporarily residing in private homes during peacetime without getting the permission and consent of the owner.
(No quartering of soldiers)
4.
Protects peoples right to privacy, prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures by the government.
(Search warrant)
5.
No person tried without the grand jury indictment or punishment twice for the same offense. Prohibits being a witness against yourself and guarantees “due process of law.”
6.
Rights of accused in criminal cases in criminal cases, including legal representation and a fair and speedy trial.
7.
Guarantees a trial bu jury.