bill of rights

First Amendment – Freedom of Expression: Protects freedoms of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.

2. Second Amendment – Right to Bear Arms: Grants the right to own and carry weapons.

3. Third Amendment – Quartering of Soldiers: Prohibits forcing citizens to house soldiers in peacetime.

4. Fourth Amendment – Search and Seizure: Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures without a warrant.

5. Fifth Amendment – Rights of the Accused: Ensures due process, protection from self-incrimination, and double jeopardy.

6. Sixth Amendment – Right to a Fair Trial: Guarantees a speedy and public trial by jury, right to an attorney, and to confront witnesses.

7. Seventh Amendment – Trial by Jury in Civil Cases: Ensures the right to a jury trial in civil lawsuits over a certain amount.

8. Eighth Amendment – Cruel and Unusual Punishment: Prohibits excessive bail, fines, and cruel or unusual punishments.

9. Ninth Amendment – Unenumerated Rights: Declares that rights not listed in the Constitution are still retained by the people.

10. Tenth Amendment – States’ Rights: Reserves powers not given to the federal government for the states or the people.