Amending the Constitution Pg 172-189

There are two ways to get an _________ added to the Constitution.

What is the 3rd amendment?

• You will not be forced to give up your house to soldiers in times of war.

• The militia has the right to protect a state and you can own a firearm.

• This amendment protects your religion, speech, and press.

• Protects you from unreasonable search and seizure by requiring warrants.

What is the 5th amendment?

• You will not be forced to give up your house to soldiers in times of war.

• This amendment establishes a Grand Jury for criminal cases.

• This amendment protects your religion, speech, and press.

• You will not be forced to give up your house to soldiers in times of war.

What is Due Process?

• In one's own behalf.

• Fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.

• A minor change or addition designed to improve a text, piece of legislation, etc.

• No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

Can a Supreme Court judge be removed?

• Yes if they get impeached for a crime.

• No because they are a judge for life until they die.

What is "Pleading the Fifth"?

• A person doesn’t have to testify against himself/herself in a court case

• A person can’t be retried for the same crime

• The Government can’t take your home

What check does the Executive Branch have over the Judicial Branch?