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First Amendment
Freedom of speech, religion, assembly, press, petition -
2nd Amendment
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. -
3rd Amendment
It ensures that the government cannot force citizens to house soldiers in times of peace. -
4th Amendment
prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures and requires any warrant to be judicially sanctioned and supported by probable cause. -
5th Amendment
protects a person against being compelled to be a witness against himself or herself in a criminal case. Self-Incrimination -
6th Amendment
section of the Bill of Rights that guarantees a citizen a speedy trial, a fair jury, an attorney if the accused person wants one, and the chance to confront the witnesses who is accusing the defendant of a crime. -
7th Amendment
you have the right to have your trial heard by a jury. -
8th Amendment
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. -
9th Amendment
Addresses rights, retained by the people, that are not specifically enumerated in the Constitution. -
10th Amendment
included in the Bill of Rights to further define the balance of power between the federal government and the states. The amendment says that the federal government has only those powers specifically granted by the Constitution. -
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Bill of rights timeline
First ten aamendments and dates
