The first ten amendments to the US Constitution and the specific right each protects. Front: the amendment number. Back: the right it protects, in plain language.
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- First Amendment - freedom of religion
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The right to practice any religion you choose, or no religion.- First Amendment - freedom of speech
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The right to express your opinions and ideas without government punishment.- First Amendment - freedom of the press
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The right of newspapers and media to publish information and opinions.- First Amendment - freedom of assembly
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The right to gather peacefully with other people.- First Amendment - right to petition
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The right to ask the government to fix problems or change laws.- Second Amendment
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The right to keep and bear arms, or own guns.- Third Amendment
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The right against quartering soldiers in your home during peacetime without your permission.- Fourth Amendment
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The right against unreasonable search and seizure; police must have a warrant to search your home.- Fifth Amendment - due process
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The government must follow fair procedures before taking away your life, liberty, or property.- Fifth Amendment - right against self-incrimination
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The right to remain silent and not be forced to testify against yourself in court.- Fifth Amendment - protection against double jeopardy
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The right not to be tried twice for the same crime.- Fifth Amendment - eminent domain
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The government can take private property for public use, but must pay the owner fair value.- Sixth Amendment - speedy trial
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The right to have your criminal case tried quickly, not delayed for long periods.- Sixth Amendment - fair and public trial
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The right to a trial that is public and fair, with an impartial jury.- Sixth Amendment - notice of charges
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The right to be told what crime you are accused of.
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