preamble
in order to form a more perfect union
Establish justice
7th Amendment
In a civil trial, a jury will be provided if the amount under question exceeds $20
Article IV
Relations among the States- explains the relationships and rules between the states
1st Amendment
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition
8th Amendment
No cruel or unusual punishment, punishment must fit the crime!
Provide for the common difference
Promote the general wellfare
2nd Amendment
The right to legally own a gun (bear arms)
Article II
Executive Branch (President)- explains the powers and duties of the President
Article III
Judicial Branch (Courts)- explains the powers and duties of the courts
4th Amendment
a search warrant is needed to be able to search you or your property
Promote the general welfare
Secure the blessings of liberty.
10th Amendment
Reserved powers...any power that does not belong to the national governments, is reserved for the states
Article V
Amending Process- 66% of the House >>> 66% of the Senate >>> 75% of the States
Article VI
Supremacy Clause- Constitution is the SUPREME law of the land
We the people
In order to form a more perfect union.
3rd Amendment
You can’t be forced to house a soldier.
Article I
Legislative Branch (Congress)- explains the powers and duties of the Congress
9th Amendment
Our rights go beyond the ones listed in the Constitution, our rights are not limited to just these rights
Establish Justice
Ensure domestic tranquility.
5th Amendment
You have the right to remain silent (I Plead the FIFTH)
You cannot be tried for the same crime TWICE (No Double Jeopardy)
Article VII
Ratification- 9 out of 13 states needed to ratify the Constitution
6th amendment
Right to a speedy and fair trial, with a jury
Right to an attorney