Chapter 10, 11, 12 Vocab Flashcard

Front

Formal listing of U.S. citizens' basic rights

Back

Bill of Rights

Front

Order from a judge allowing police to take action, like searching property.

Back

Warrant

Front

Putting a person on trial more than once for the same crime

Back

Double Jeopardy

Front

Testimony used against oneself

Back

Self incrimination

Front

Government must follow clear rules and act reasonably in law execution.

Back

Due Process

Front

A person required to defend in a legal action

Back

Defendant

Front

A revolt by farmers in 1794 against an excise tax on whisky

Back

Whisky Rebellion

Front

George Washington's 1796 message warning of future threats.

Back

Washington's Farewell Address

Front

Broad interpretation of the Constitution, allowing Congress powers beyond those specified.

Back

Loose Construction

Front

Narrow interpretation of the Constitution; Congress has only powers specifically given.

Back

Strict Construction