Bill of Rights

Amendment I Freedom of R.A.P.P.S: Religion Assembly Press Petition Speech

Amendment II Amendment II Right to bear arms

Prevents quartering of soldiers in citizens’ homes Amendment III Amendment III Prevents quartering of soldiers in citizens’ homes

Prevents illegal searches and seizures of property Amendment IV Amendment IV Prevents illegal searches and seizures of property

Parts 1 &2Protect the rights of the accused: Amendment V Amendment V (3 Parts) Parts 1 &2Protect the rights of the accused: Self Incrimination--You do not have to testify against yourself (you can remain silent). Double Jeopardy--You cannot be tried twice for the same crime.

Part 3: Eminent Domain– the right of a government or its agent to expropriate private property for public use, with payment of compensation Amendment V (3 Parts)

Right to a speedy trial by jury of your peers in criminal cases Amendment VI Amendment VI Right to a speedy trial by jury of your peers in criminal cases

Right to a jury trial in civil cases (lawsuits) Amendment VII Amendment VII Right to a jury trial in civil cases (lawsuits)

Prevents excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishments Amendment VIII Amendment VIII Prevents excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishments

Amendment IX Amendment IX Rights reserved for the people Just because it isn’t specifically listed in the Bill of Rights does not mean you do not have a certain right Example: the right to privacy

Amendment X Amendment X States’ Rights Any power not specifically granted to the federal government in the Constitution is reserved to state governments Example: public school and family law