Key Terms
The ___________________________ refers to the first ten amendments to the US Constitution, which became a model used around the world to protect human freedoms.
No unreasonable searches and seizures
right to to a slow trial and private trial heard by jury in certain cases that involve conflicts over money or property (bail) → 7th amendment
Rights guaranteed to all US citizens
It is money or property that an accused person gives the court to hold. It is a money ordered by judges to pay as a way to ensure that people accused of crimes appear for trial.
Having to testify against oneself
The division between religion and government is called ____________________________________.
The Bill of Rights --the first 10 amendments to the Constitution was included in the original Constitution by Thomas Jefferson.
The amendment that states: People’s rights are not limited to those mentioned in the Constitution.
A policy usually put into effect during times of war, which require men of certain ages and qualifications to serve in the military. This is known as _______________.
Freedom of press means that the people may express their ideas including ideas that may be untrue or unpopular, in writing without worrying that the government will stop or punish them.
No person can be denied life, liberty, or property
The power to take private property for public use
Eminent Domain