Bill of rights Flashcards
amendment 1
Freedom of expression, religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
amendment 2
It protects the rights of individual citizens to keep and bear arms. Establishes a militia that is necessary for a free state.
amendment 3
Prohibits soldiers from quartering in homes without permission.
amendment 4
Prohibits unreasonable searches
amendment 5
No person can be tried twice for the same offense. Prohibits being a witness to yourself.
amendment 6
Rights of accused in criminal cases, including legal representation and a fair and speedy trial.
amendment 7
Guarantees a trial by jury.
amendment 8
Punishments can not be cruel, excessive, or unusual
amendment 9
People retain rights not listed in U.S Constitution.
amendment 10
Power not given to the federal government is given to people and states.
amendment 11
Individual cannot sue a state in federal courts.
amendment 12
repeals part of article 2 section 1
amendment 13
Abolished slavery
amendment 14
If born or naturalized in U.S.A you enjoy full rights
amendment 15
They cant prevent you from voting