The U.S. Bill. of Rights. – Amendment I

Note: The following text is a transcription of the first ten amendments to the Constitution in their original form. These amendments were ratified December 15, 1791, and form what is known as the "Bill of Rights."  Amendment I Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging … Continue reading The U.S. Bill. of Rights. – Amendment I

The U.S. Bill. of Rights. – Article the Eighth

Article the eighth... In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; … Continue reading The U.S. Bill. of Rights. – Article the Eighth