Bill of Rights
Amendment 1
protects freedom of speech, religion, the press, and assembly. It also gives citizens the right to petition the government.
The right to a fair and speedy trial
Amendment 6
Everyone is subject to the same laws including our government officials
Rule of Law
How many people are on the Supreme Court?
Nine Justices
Police read these to you when being arrested
Miranda rights
The Right to Bear Arms
Amendment 2
Not all rights are listed in the Constitution
9th Amendment
Procedures for enforcing the law are fair and transparent - Individuals have the right to a hearing, legal counsel, etc.
Due Process
What are 3 goals of the Constitution?
Form a more perfect union
Establish justice
Ensure domestic tranquility
Provide for the common defense
Promote the general welfare
Secure the blessings of liberty.
disputes between private parties in court
Civil suit
First 10 Amendments in the Constitution
Bill of Rights
Protects from cruel and unusual punishment
8th Amendment
How many words are in the Constitution
4,540
What are the qualifications for the President?
35 years old
Citizen of the US (born)
Lived in the US for 14 years
12 peers from your community who decide your fate in court
jury
Wrote the Bill of Rights
James Madison
Protects people from being held for a crime, unless accused, double jeopardy, and self incrimination
Amendment 5
a government enforced rule with a penalty for violation
Law
life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
3 rights Thomas Jefferson said every American is entitled to
The rejection of a bill
veto
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Amendment 8
Power not granted to the federal government belongs to the states and the people.
10th Amendment
How many branches of government are there? Name them.
three. Executive, Judicial, Legislative
Who is the vice president
JD Vance
How long can a senator be in office?
A senator can be in office 6 years and keep being re-elected