The United States Bill of Rights by United States

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Author United States
Title The United States Bill of Rights
The Ten Original Amendments to the Constitution of the United States
Note Reading ease score: 39.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Summary "The United States Bill of Rights" by United States is a foundational legal document, crafted in the late 18th century during the period of the early republic. It consists of the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution and serves as a crucial protection of individual liberties and rights. The book outlines specific prohibitions on governmental power, addressing the rights of citizens and the parameters within which the government can operate. The Bill of Rights establishes essential freedoms, including the freedom of speech, the right to bear arms, protections against unreasonable searches, and the right to fair legal proceedings. Each amendment articulates fundamental rights, such as the protection from self-incrimination and guarantees of a speedy trial, which are designed to ensure justice and equity. It emphasizes the significance of civil liberties and sets limits on governmental authority, reinforcing the principle that certain rights are inherent to the people and cannot be infringed upon. Overall, the document is pivotal in defining the relationship between the state and its citizens, serving as a cornerstone of American democracy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class JK: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: United States
LoC Class KF: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United States
Subject Civil rights -- United States -- Sources
Subject United States. Constitution. 1st-10th Amendments
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EBook-No. 2
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 1, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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