the first 10 amendments

the 1st amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, the press, and the right to petition.

the 2nd amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms.

the 3rd amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes without the owner's consent.

the 4th amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it protects against unreasonable searches and seizures and sets out requirements for search warrants based on probable cause.

the 6th amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial by an impartial jury, the right to be informed of criminal charges, and the right to an attorney.

the 7th amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases where the value in controversy exceeds twenty dollars.

the 8th amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.

the 9th amendment

the rights of the people are not limited by what is written in the constitution

the 10th amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.

the 5th amendment

Part of the Bill of Rights, it guarantees the right to due process, prohibits self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and ensures compensation for property taken for public use.