The Bill of Rights

Class Notes

Amendment 1

Freedom:of religion

of speechcannot present a danger to others

of the presscannot deliberately lie

of assembly

to petition the government: ask government for help

Amendment 2

Right to keep and bear arms (have weapons)

Amendment 3

People cannot be forced to quarter troops during peacetime

quarter: to house and feed a soldier

Amendment 4

Search and Seizureprotect people from unreasonable search and seizure

warrant: a document issued to permit a search when reasonable evidence is offered

Amendment 5

No one may be deprived of life, liberty or property without due process of law

Right of accused to remain silent

Due process: every person is treated fairly

Amendment 6

Criminal ProceedingsCriminal case: person accused of breaking the law by the government

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania versus John Doe

Accused person has right to:Impartial jury (not favor either side)

Confront accuser

Told of charges against them

Amendment 7

Civil TrialsCivil Case: dispute between people

Jane Doe versus Sally Smith

Right to trial and jury (if matter is more than $20) in civil case

Amendment 8

Punishment for Crimesprohibits excessive bail, fines, punishment

no cruel or unusual punishment

Amendment 9

Rights of Citizensrights not mentioned belong to the people

rights of people not limited to those listed in the Bill of Rights

Amendment 10

Powers Reserved to the StatesPowers not given to the national government belong to the states