amendments Flashcards
I
Freedom of speech, press, religious freedom, protest and assembly
II
right to bear arms and regulated militia.
III
Do not have to house soldiers in peace or war time.
IV
The right against unreasonable searches & seizures.
V
No double jeopardy or having to testify against ones-self.
VI
Speedy and fair trial in public, impartial jury, witnesses in one’s favor and to know the accuser.
VII
A jury in civil cases that exceed $20.
VIII
Ban on extreme punishments and fines.
IX
Citizens have more rights than what is listed.
X
government has the power assigned by constitution, states have everything else.
XI
Citizens of the state can only sue their state.
XII
electors meet in their state vote by ballot for president and vice.
XIII
slavery is banned
XIV
Born and naturalized in the US have equal protection.
XV
All citizens have the right to vote (except women).