- Guarantees five basic freedoms: speech, religion, press, assembly and petition.
- Guarantees the right to bear arms and form state militias (small military groups)
- Bans the quartering or stationing of military troops in the homes of civilians during peace time.
- Prevents unreasonable search and seizure.
- Provides the rights of the accused, double jeopardy, and self-incrimination.
- Provides the right to a fair trial.
- Guarantees right to jury in civil cases.
- Bans excessive bail and punishment.
- Guarantees rights retained by the people.
- Ensures states rights.
Thursday, May 26, 2016
The Bill of Rights (Something I Learn)
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