2.4 The Bill of Rights

Liberty

Individual Freedom

First Amendment

Guarantees 5 freedoms: speech, press, religion, assembly, petition.

Freedom of Religion

The right to practice whatever religion one chooses.

Freedom of Speech

The right to express our views freely, without a penalty.

Clear and Present Danger

Free speech is limited if it creates a clear and immediate danger to someone.

Freedom of the Press

The right of journalists to publish the truth without a penalty.

Right to Petition

Citizens have the right to ask the government about laws they like or don't like.

Second Amendment

Right to bear arms in self-defense.

Third Amendment

The government may not put soldiers in our homes without our consent.

Due Process

The government must follow legal procedures when they accuse someone of a crime.

Fourth Amendment

Protects people from unfair arrests and searches.

Fifth Amendment

People accused of a crime have rights.

Sixth Amendment

People accused of a crime have the right to a fast trial.

Seventh Amendment

Right to a trial by jury.

Eighth Amendment

The government can't punish people accused of a crime in a cruel way.

Bail

Money paid to get out of jail.

Ninth Amendment

People have other rights not mentioned in the Constitution.

Tenth Amendment

Any powers not listed in the Constitution are automatically given to the states.