3rd Amendment (1791) – No forced housing of soldiers in your home
See how the 3rd Amendment blocks government from forcing citizens to house soldiers and protects personal privacy and home freedom.
Constitutional Amendments
Explanations of the 27 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Learn what each amendment means, why it was added, and how it protects the rights and freedoms of people in the United States.
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7th Amendment (1791) Civil jury trials and limits on government judges
Understand the 7th Amendment in clear English. Learn how civil juries, not government officials, protect citizens from unfair rulings and concentrated power.
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6th Amendment (1791) Speedy trials, fair juries, and real defense
Clear 6th Amendment explanation for beginners. Learn how fair trials, juries, lawyers, and witness rights limit government power and protect the accused.
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5th Amendment (1791) Due process, silence, and fair trials
Fifth Amendment explained for beginners. Learn how due process, fair trials, silence, and property protections limit government power and guard ordinary Americans.
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4th Amendment (1791) Privacy, warrants, and fair searches
Learn how the 4th Amendment protects your home, your property, and your privacy from unreasonable government searches and seizures.
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2nd Amendment (1791): Armed citizens and limited government
Understand the Second Amendment in simple English. Learn how the right to keep and bear arms limits government power and protects personal and community defense.
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1st Amendment (1791) Your shield against government control
First Amendment rights made simple. Learn how free speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition limit government power and protect everyday Americans.