Module 11 Flashcards
How long does a copyright last?
Authors life plus 70 years
How long does a trademark last?
Forever, until either you stop using it or stop defending it
How long do patents last?
14 - 20 years
Amendment 1
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances
Separation of church and state
Freedom of speech
Amendment 2
A well regulated militia, being necessary to security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed
The right to bear arms
amendment 3
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law
Amendment 4
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized
Protection against. Unreasonable searches or seizures
Amendment 5
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself; nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property by taken for public use, without just compensation
Amendment 6
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense
Amendment 7
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examines in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
Amendment 8
Excessive bail shall not be required nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted
Amendment 9
The enumeration in the constitution, of certain right, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people
Unalienable rights and this is not a list of them whether or not in constitution
Amendment 10
The powers not delegated to the United States by the constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the peoples
Amendment 11
Vice President no longer whoever comes in second
Amendment 12
Outlaw slavery
Amendment 14 (1)
All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside. No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.
1) citizens
2) deprive any person…
3) . Bill of rights applies to states
Amendment 14 (2)
All male citizens, at least 21 years old can vote. If denied, the state loses representation in congress
Amendment 14 (3,4)
Confederates can’t hold public office. Confederates debts are not valid
Amendment 15
The rights of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude
Amendment 16
Income tax is OK
Amendment 17
Senators elected by popular vote
Amendment 18
Prohibition
Amendment 19
Women can vote
Amendment 20
What to do if dead or no president
Amendment 21
Can drink alcohol again
Amendment 22
Limits president to 2 terms
Amendment 23
Washington DC voters get to pick electors and be part of electoral college
Amendment 24
Poll tax is illegal
Amendment 25
Presidential disability and succession act
Let’s president be removed from office if unable to carry out duties of office
Amendment 26
17 year olds can vote
Amendment 27
Limits congressional pay raises
