What do the first ten amendments to the US Constitution grant?

#AmendmentsProposal dateEnactment dateFull text1stProtects the freedom of religion, speech, and the press, as well as the right to assemble andpetition the governmentSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text2ndProtects an individual's right to bear armsSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text3rdProhibits the forced quartering of soldiers out of war timeSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text4thProhibits unreasonable searches and seizures and sets out requirements for search warrantsbased on probable causeSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text5thSets out rules for indictment by grand jury and eminent domain, protects the right to due process, and prohibits self-incrimination and double jeopardySeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text6thProtects the right to a fair and speedy public trial by jury, including the rights to be notified of theaccusations, to confront the accuser, to obtain witnesses and to retain counselSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text7thProvides for the right to trial by jury in certain civil cases, according to common lawSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text8thProhibits excessive fines and excessive bail, as well as cruel and unusual punishmentSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text9thProtects rights not enumerated in the constitution.September 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text10thLimits the powers of the federal government to those delegated to it by the ConstitutionSeptember 25, 1789December 15, 1791Full text

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