Bill Of Rights

Guarantees the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and the right to petition government.

Guarantees the right to bear arms.

Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in homes in peacetime.

Prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures.

Requires grand jury indictment for a serious crime, bans double jeopardy, no loss of life, liberty or property without due process of law.

Guarantees the right to a speedy, impartial public trial in criminal cases with counsel and the right to cross examine.

Guarantees the right to jury trial in civil suits involving $20.00 or more.

Prohibits excessive bail or fines or cruel or unusual punishment

We have many other rights than what are listed in the Bill of Rights. Our rights are not limited by the Bill of Rights.

Asserts that powers not delegated to the national government or denied to the states are reserved to the states.