bill of rights Flashcards
1 amendment
Freedom of expressions,religion,speech,press,assembly, and petition
2 amendment
Protects the rights of individual citizens to keep and bear arms. Establish a militia that is necessary for a free state
3 amendment
Prohibits soldiers from temporarily residing in private homes during peacetime without getting the permission and consent of the owner.
4 amendment
Protects peoples rights to privacy, prohibits unreasonable searches and seizes by the government
5 amendment
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.”
6 amendment
Rights of accused in criminal cases, including legal representation and a fair and speedy trial.
7 amendment
Guarantees a trial by jury
8 amendment
Insures that punishments for crimes are not excessive, cruel, or unusual.
9 amendment
10 amendment
Any rights not given to the federal government are given to the states.
11
Protects the states from law suits.
12
There are separate ballets for the President and Vice President.
13
The abolishment of slavery.
14
Equal protection under the Constitution for all United States citizens.
15
No discrimination of race for voting