The Bill of Rights

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The Bill of Rights

• 1st 10 Amendments to the Constitution
• I. Fear of powerful government
• 1. Bill of Rights Proposed (3 years after
  constitution)
• a. Strengthened Constitution
• b. Protect people from government
• -Supported by T. Jefferson
• c. Applies to all branches of government
• d. Constitution can be amended (changed)

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II. Bill of Rights

• 1. Freedom of religion, speech, press, etc
• 2. Right to bear arms
• 3. No quartering of soldiers
• 4. No unreasonable search and seizure
• a. Search warrant
• 5. Fair prosecution
• a. Due process of law

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II. Bill of Rights continued

• 6. Fair and speedy trial
• 7. Trial by Jury
• 8. No cruel or unusual punishment
• a. no excessive bail
• 9. Protection under the Constitution
• a. for all citizens
• 10. Rights of states
• a. State and local governments

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In Theory.

• The Constitution can be changed through
• -legal means
• -in accordance with the wishes of
• -the people.

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III. The Preamble

• Goals of the Constitution
• 1) Secure a more perfect union
• a. Government that serves people
• 2) Establish Justice
• a. Courts of law
• 3) Insure domestic tranquility
• a. Keep citizens safe and happy
• 4) Provide for common defense
• a. Military protection
• 5) Promote General Welfare
• a. Support basic human rights
• 6) Secure the blessings of liberty
• a. Maintain freedom