Amendment Flashcards
Freedom of expression, religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
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Protects their right of individual citizens, to keep and bear arms. Establishes a militia that is necessary for a free state.
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Prohibits soldiers from temporarily residing (quartering) in private homes during peacetime without getting permission and consent of the owner
3
Protects people’s right to privacy, prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures by government
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No person tried without the grand jury indictment or punished twice for the same offense. Prohibits being a witness against yourself and guarantees “Due process of law”
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Rights of accused in criminal cases, including legal representation and a fair and speedy trial
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Guarantees a trial by jury
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Insures that punishments for crimes are not excessive, cruel, or unusual
8
People retain rights not listed in the constitution
9
Power not given to federal government is given to the people or states ( very important for state government )
10
Individual cannot sue a state in federal courts
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Repeals part of article 2, section 1 of the constitution
12
Abolished slavery and involuntary servitude
13
All citizens born or naturalized in the United States enjoy full rights
14
Protects the rights of Americans to vote in elections. ( No discrimination )
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