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The first amendment protects several different basic freedoms of citizens. The protected rights of the first amendment include freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right to peacefully assemble and the right to petition against the government.

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The second amendment protects the right of people to bear arms. The second amendment was added to the Bill of Rights on December 15, 1791

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The third amendment places restrictions on the quartering of soldiers without the owner of the home's consent. The practice of quartering soldiers is prohibited during times of peace.

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The fourth amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. Warrants are required upon probable cause for searches and seizures.

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The fifth amendment places restrictions on the governments ability to persecute people accused of crimes. It prohibits self incrimination and mandates due process of law.

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The seventh amendment guarantees a jury trial for civil cases in the federal courts. The seventh amendment guarantees that the government cannot abuse its power in the federal court system.

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The eighth amendment protects citizens from excessive bail, excessive fines and cruel and unusual punishments. The eighth amendment ensures that capital punishment cannot be extreme.

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The ninth amendment states that citizens have natural rights that may not be stated in the constitution. Despite such rights not being mentioned in the constitution, they still cannot be violated.

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The tenth amendment states that any power that is not given to the federal government is given to the people or to the states. The tenth amendment protects freedom against big government.

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The sixth amendment guarantees citizens the right to a fair jury, a speedy trial, an attorney if wanted and a chance to confront the witnesses accusing the defendant of a crime. The sixth amendment makes it illegal for the defendant to be unaware of the charges and evidence against him.