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First (1st) Amendment
In the first amendment,we have the right of religious freedom, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right to an assembly, and the right to a petition.This so that we could be equal in terms of religion. Say what we want without being punished lawfully.To photograph what we want.To write a public article about a situation.The right to to join in a group to stand up for something.Also, you can sign up for something in hopes of getting something changed. (Sources:www.constitutioncenter.org) -
Second (2nd) Amendment
In the second amendment we have the right to bear arms. There are some mixed feelings about what this means! Some people argue that this is only for the people in the Army, MIlitary, or Navy, while others believe that it's for everyone only in terms of protection. "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free Sate, the right of people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.' quoted from www.heritage.org -
Third (3rd) Amendment
The third amendment is where the "quartering" of "soldiers" on someones private land without the owner's permission is forbidden. It's not likely for the government to even ask of you to have soldiers in your home, even in a time of war. This is protecting the citizens of the U.S.A.Without the consent of the owner the government is basically intruding that person's home. The Parilment made it clear during the Glorious Revolution that troops couldn't be in homes without permission. -
Fourth (4th) Amendment
In the fourth amendment it says the citizens of the U.S. are protected against unreasonable searches and services. Police officers have to have a reason as to why they think that person is suspecious. If they waant to search that person's home they not only need a reason they need a warrant signed by a judge.If they dont have a warrant they evidence can't be used in court. At school teachers and staff don't need a warrant to search back packs beacause they are under teacher supervision. -
The Sixth (6th) Amendment
The sixth amendment states that everyone in a criminal case has the right to a speedy and public trial. The right to a jury, even though you can represent yourself, The jury must hear the evidence from both sides before determining the verdict. Legal counsel must be provied to the defendant. You have to be informed on what you've been arrested for ( they can't keep it a suprise)! Also, the right to hear and question the witness against you. If you're being represented you can write them down. -
Seventh (7th) Amendment
In the seventh amendment, you can take someone to court for damaged or stolen property worth over $20.00. Civil cases arise when people believe that their right's have been harmed. For example, if someone broke my phone I could sue them for the price of my phone. In type of case, a jury isn't needed. There is only a judge (Example. Judge Judy). -
Nineth (9th) Amendment
The nineth amendment says that we have more rights than those listed in the Bill of Rights. It says," The government cannot claim that the rights listed ine the Bill of Rights are the only rights that we have." We have the natural born rights. Those are the rights that we have when were were born. Such as the right to life, liberty, adn the pursuit of happiness under the Declaration of Independence. -
Tenth (10th) Amendment
The tenth amendment says whatever rights that aren't given directly to the national government or refused by the states are saved for the State or given to the people. The purpose is to divide the power between the Federal and state governments. This amendment also makes sure that not one government (Federal or state) gets too much power. It balances out the amount of power has government has so one doesn't go corrupt. -
Fifth (5th) Amendment
The fifth amendment is where you can't get charged for the same crime after it has been settled at court with a verdict of not guilty for the first time, Double jeoprady. You can't be forced to testify againt your self if you beleive your not guilty.Also, you can't be charged guilty without the full court process. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty. Also, private property can't be taken for the display of the public without compensation. -
Eighth (8th) Amendment
In the eight amendment, it says that in a class B or C felony there will be no extremely high bails. Also, there will be no cruel or unusual punishments. In World War I, if a soldier got captured and the other country wanted answers they couldn't get a knife and put it in their fingernails or lie them on a board with a cloth over thier face, then pouring water on thier faces. That is illegal and will get a country in serious trouble for that. In fact, you would have to pay a huge fine for that. -
