The 15 Amendments

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  1. 5. States that the enumeration of specific rights in the Constitution does not mean that other rights that are not specifically listed are not protected.
  2. 7. Reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.
  3. 10. Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
  4. 12. Abolishes slavery and involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime.
  5. 13. Establishes a state's immunity from being sued in federal court by citizens of another state or foreign country.
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  1. 1. Guarantees freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition.
  2. 2. Protects the right to keep and bear arms.
  3. 3. Prohibits the forced quartering of soldiers in private homes
  4. 4. Guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial and legal counsel.
  5. 5. Prohibits the denial of voting rights based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.
  6. 6. Guarantees rights such as grand jury indictment, protection against double jeopardy and self-incrimination, and due process.
  7. 7. Defines citizenship, prohibits states from denying equal protection under the law, and guarantees due process.
  8. 8. Prohibits excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual punishments.
  9. 9. Requires that presidential and vice-presidential candidates be elected separately.
  10. 11. Guarantees a jury trial in certain civil cases.