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what are the first ten amendments to the us constitution called

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They are called the Bill of Rights.
Ratified December 15, 1791, the first ten amendments protect individual liberties and limit federal power. Briefly:

1. Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
2. Right to keep and bear arms.
3. No quartering of soldiers in private homes without consent.
4. Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures; warrants require probable cause.
5. Rights of the accused (grand jury, double jeopardy, self-incrimination, due process, eminent domain).
6. Right to a speedy, public trial by jury, to confront witnesses, and to counsel.
7. Right to a jury trial in civil cases.
8. Protection against excessive bail or fines and cruel and unusual punishment.
9. Rights retained by the people even if not specifically listed.
10. Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved to the states or the people.

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