English Petition of Rights
What would explain the reason why many people have experienced injustice and became prisoners?
The king requested to imprison many people without a reason/cause
What is the legal principle that protects a member of Parliament from being questioned in a court outside of Parliament for their speech or actions during parliamentary proceedings?
The principle is known as parliamentary privilege, specifically freedom of speech and debate. This protection ensures that members of Parliament can speak freely and perform their legislative duties without fear of legal reprisal or prosecution.
Based on this clause, how were fines for freemen and nobles determined?
fines for freemen and nobles were determined based on a person's social standing and the severity of their crime
What was accomplished under the Articles?
The Articles had ended the Revolutionary War. The North west ordinance of 1785 created territorial GVMT, and Ordinance had a process they set up which had created 5 new states.
first 10 amendments
Bill of Rights
bicameral
having two houses
Which right protects a person from being given a punishment that is too harsh for their crime?
The right that protects a person from a punishment that is too harsh is the prohibition against cruel and unusual punishments. This is a part of the Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which also prevents excessive bail and fines.
What does this clause say about the rights of people in villages with and without a castle?
This clause establishes a distinction between villagers based on whether their village has a castle. For villagers without a castle, a constable or bailiff must pay for any corn or property they take immediately. For villagers from a village where a castle is built, the constable or bailiff has up to forty days to pay for the goods.
What was the difference between a federalist and an anti-federalist
A federalist is someone that wanted a National GVMT with strong centralized powers and weaker state powers. An anti-federalist wanted a National GVMT with weak centralized powers and stronger state powers. (Each wanted the opposite)
number of articles in the Constitution
7 articles
unicameral
having one house
According to this clause, why should Parliaments be held frequently?
Parliaments should be held frequently to address all grievances and to amend, strengthen, and preserve the laws.
What two key rights are protected for freemen according to this clause?
Arbitrary imprisonment and punishment: No freeman can be taken, imprisoned, or have their property or freedoms taken away without a lawful judgment of his peers or by the law of the land. This establishes the right to due process.
The sale or denial of justice: The clause states, "To no-one will we sell or deny right or justice." This guarantees that justice is not something to be bought or withheld, but is a fundamental right available to all.
What does Article 6 require of each state?
Each state is required to maintain a well-trained, disciplined, equipped, militia, stores of field pieces, tents, arms, ammunition, and camp equipment.
number of amendments to the Constitution
27
due process
protection against the arbitrary (do something just because you feel like it) taking of life, liberty, or property
According to this clause, who has the power to suspend laws?
Parliament, not the king.
What does this clause from the Magna Carta establish regarding legal proceedings?
This clause establishes the legal principle that a person cannot be forced to testify against themselves or be put on trial based solely on an uncorroborated accusation. It guarantees the right to a fair trial by requiring that reliable witnesses or other forms of evidence be presented before a person can be made to stand trial or take an oath.
According to Article 2, what powers odes a state keep?
Article 2 states: Each state keeps its own sovereignty, freedom and independence, every power, Jurisdiction and right not deleted to the confederate GVMT.
First document that governed the United States
Articles of Confederation