preamble
more perfect Union
in Order to form a
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition
1st Amendment
explains the powers and duties of the Congress
1 Legislative Branch (Congress)
Constitution is the SUPREME law of the land
Supremacy Clause-
Justice,
establish
The right to legally own a gun (bear arms)
2nd Amendment
explains the powers and duties of the President
Executive Branch (President)-
9 out of 13 states needed to ratify the Constitution
Ratification
domestic Tranquility
insure
You can’t be forced to house a soldier
3rd Amendment
explains the powers and duties of the courts
Judicial Branch (Courts)
Right to a speedy and fair trial, with a jur
6th Amendment:
common defence
provide for the
a search warrant is needed to be able to search you or your property
4th Amendment
explains the relationships and rules between the states
Relations among the States
In a civil trial, a jury will be provided if the amount under question exceeds $20
7th Amendment
general Welfare
promote the
You have the right to remain silent
5th Amendment
66% of the House >>> 66% of the Senate >>> 75% of the States
Amending Process-
No cruel or unusual punishment, punishment must fit the crime!
8th Amendment