Enumeration of Certain Rights
Definition
This refers to the rights that are specifically mentioned and protected in the Constitution. These include freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
Related terms
Bill of Rights: The first ten amendments to the US Constitution which outline and protect individual liberties and rights.
Civil Liberties: Basic rights and freedoms guaranteed to individuals as protection from any arbitrary actions or laws of the government.
First Amendment: Part of Bill of Rights that protects freedoms including speech, assembly, religion, press and petition against government interference.
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AP US Government - 3.1 The Bill of Rights
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