The Bill of Rights
Class Notes
Amendment 1
Freedom:of religion
of speechcannot present a danger to others
of the presscannot deliberately lie
of assembly
to petition the government: ask government for help
Amendment 2
Right to keep and bear arms (have weapons)
Amendment 3
People cannot be forced to quarter troops during peacetime
quarter: to house and feed a soldier
Amendment 4
Search and Seizureprotect people from unreasonable search and seizure
warrant: a document issued to permit a search when reasonable evidence is offered
Amendment 5
No one may be deprived of life, liberty or property without due process of law
Right of accused to remain silent
Due process: every person is treated fairly
Amendment 6
Criminal ProceedingsCriminal case: person accused of breaking the law by the government
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania versus John Doe
Accused person has right to:Impartial jury (not favor either side)
Confront accuser
Told of charges against them
Amendment 7
Civil TrialsCivil Case: dispute between people
Jane Doe versus Sally Smith
Right to trial and jury (if matter is more than $20) in civil case
Amendment 8
Punishment for Crimesprohibits excessive bail, fines, punishment
no cruel or unusual punishment
Amendment 9
Rights of Citizensrights not mentioned belong to the people
rights of people not limited to those listed in the Bill of Rights
Amendment 10
Powers Reserved to the StatesPowers not given to the national government belong to the states
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