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Unit 3 – Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
Topic 3.1
What differentiates Second from Sixth Amendments within the scope of Bill of Rights?
Both Amendments prohibit excessive bail/fines and cruel/unusual punishments.
The Second Amendment safeguards property rights, while Sixth offers protection from double jeopardy.
Second Amendment secures citizens' right to bear arms, while Sixth ensures a defendant's rights during criminal prosecutions including speedy public trial and counsel assistance etc..
Both Amendments safeguard various freedoms like religion, speech etc..
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