Bill of Rights 3-14

• Freedom of religion

• Freedom of speech

• Freedom of the press​

• Freedom of assembly

• Freedom of petition​

1st Amendment

Guarantees the right to bear (carry) arms (weapons)

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2nd Amendment

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Stops the government from forcing citizens to keep soldiers in their homes

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3rd Amendment

Limits searches and seizures (police officers cannot enter your home without a signed warrant)

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4th Amendment

• Cannot be tried for the same crime twice

• No self-incrimination

• Government must pay a fair price for your property​

5th Amendment

• Speedy trial after your arrest

• A fair jury of citizens

• Opportunity to defend yourself

• Lawyer represents you paid by the government​

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6th Amendment

Extends your right to a trial by jury in civil cases

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7th Amendment

• The government cannot demand a person to pay bail or fines that are too high and unreasonable

• No cruel or unusual punishments​

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8th Amendment

Entitles you to rights not listed in the Constitution

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9th Amendment

Powers not given to the U.S. government are reserved to the states or to the people

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10th Amendment