Understanding the Bill of Rights

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Bill of Rights

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10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution

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Amendment 1

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Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, petition

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Amendment 2

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The right to bear arms

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Amendment 3

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Limits the quartering of soldiers

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Amendment 4

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Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures without a warrant

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Amendment 5

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The right to due process, no double jeopardy, no self-incrimination

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Amendment 6

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The right to a speedy and public trial with a lawyer

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Amendment 7

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The right to a trial by jury in civil cases

(suing someone)

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Amendment 8

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Prohibits excessive bail or cruel and unusual punishment

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Amendment 9

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All rights not listed in the Constitution and Bill of Rights are retained by the people