dec 15, 1791 - US Bill of Rights

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The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution are summarized below.

1
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.

2
Right to keep and bear arms in order to maintain a well regulated militia.

3
No quartering of soldiers.

4
Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.

5
Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, double jeopardy.

6

Rights of accused persons, e.g., right to a speedy and public trial.

7
Right of trial by jury in civil cases.

8
Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.

9
Other rights of the people.

10
Powers reserved to the states.

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