bill of rights

1

Freedom of Expression - Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition

2

Right to Bear Arms - Citizens can own and carry weapons

3

No Quartering of Soldiers - The government cannot force people to house soldiers in peacetime

4

No Unreasonable Searches and Seizures - Protection from searches without a warrant or probable cause

5

Right Against Self-Incrimination & Double Jeopardy:

• You don’t have to testify against yourself ("plead the Fifth")

• No double jeopardy (can’t be tried for the same crime twice)

6

Right to a Fair Trial

• Right to a lawyer

• Right to a speedy and public trial

• Right to confront witnesses

7

Right to a Jury Trial in Civil Cases - Right to a jury trial in lawsuits over $20

8

No Cruel and Unusual Punishment - Protection against excessive bail, fines, or punishment

9

Rights Retained by the People - People have rights beyond those listed in the Constitution → protects freedoms that aren't specifically listed, like privacy or personal choices

10

States' Rights - Powers not given to the federal government belong to the states or the people