The Bill of Rights The first 10 amendments
The Bill of Rights The first 10 amendments To the U. S. Constitution
The first amendment n n n Freedom of Speech Freedom of Religion Freedom of the Press Freedom of Assembly Right to petition the government
Freedom of Religion n The government cannot support one religion over others, and cannot tell people what religion they MUST practice.
Free exercise of religion
Freedom of speech n n “Congress shall make no laws. . . abridging the freedom of speech” People are free to say what they like.
Freedom of the press n The press has the right to publish opinions, and whatever news they like.
Freedom of Assembly n People can meet together in public places for peaceful protests.
2 nd Amendment—Right to bear arms n Citizens have the right to carry weapons.
Third Amendment n The Government cannot force you to shelter soldiers in your home without your consent in time of war or peace.
Fourth Amendment n The police cannot search people or their homes without good reason.
Fifth Amendment n n n . People have the right to a fair trial. You do not have to testify against yourself. “I plead the fifth” You must have due process of law before you are convicted
Sixth Amendment n Right to speedy trial by impartial jury —meaning not favoring either side
Seventh Amendment n . If a disagreement is for something over $20, you have the right to a trial by jury.
Eighth Amendment n n No excessive bail No cruel and unusual punishment
Ninth Amendment n People have other rights that are not in the Constitution.
Tenth Amendment n Any power that the federal government does not have, belongs to the states or the people.
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