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Vote for free amendment.
It was ratified in 1964.
The right of citizens of the United States to vote in any primary or other election for President or Vice President, for electors for President or Vice President, or for Senator or Representative in Congress, shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or any State by reason of failure to pay poll tax or other tax.
This amendment outlaws a poll tax when voting so that voting is fair and everyone can.
In Harper vs. Virginia, the 24th amendment was analyzed. Harper could not pay the poll tax and so she sued Virginia for violating the Constitution. The poll tax made it so certain citizens could not vote. The federal district court dismissed her because the supreme court said that poll tax was within the power of the state.
Let the young adults vote amendment.
It was ratified in 1971.
The right of citizens of the United States, who are eighteen years of age or older, to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of age.
Eighteen year olds are allowed to vote.
Oregon vs. Mitchell challenged the 26th amendment. In 1970, Congress passed Voting Right Act Amendments that lowered the
voting age in state and federal elections from 21 to 18. The states of Oregon, Arizona, Idaho, and Texas sued, and argued that these Amendments infringe on rights the Constitution reserves for the states. They believed that the voting age fell under rights reserved for the states.
Don't have to let them in your bed amendment.
This was ratified in 1791.
No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
No soldier can enter or stay in your house without consent.
In the court case Engblom vs Carey, the third amendment was challenged. Carey was working in a correctional facility. During a strike, Carey felt as if his third amendment rights and due process had been violated. In the strike, national guardsman were doing their job. He sued the governor of New York.
That's not all amendment.
This was ratified in 1791.
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
You are entitled to more rights than the first 8 amendments.
In the court case Griswold vs Connecticut, the 9th amendment was analyzed. This court case legalized birth control. Connecticut banned any drug which prevents pregnancy. An individual has a right to privacy and marital privacy against state restrictions on contraceptions. This is implied but not expressed. These kind of right is given by the 9th amendment.
Punishment must be fair amendment.
It was ratified in 1791.
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Punishment must be appropriate for the crime committed.
In Furman vs Georgia, the eighth amendment was tested. Furman broke into a women's house with a weapon and killed her "accidentally". He was sentenced to the death penalty. He appealed that since the death was accidental he should have his sentenced reduced. The court agreed and decided his punishment was too harsh. His sentenced was now life in prison. This court case redefined the death penalty.
Where's your probable cause amendment?
It was ratified in 1791.
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
A police officer must have consent and/or a reason to search your property.
In the court case Terry vs. Ohio, the 4th amendment was analyzed. A police officer saw some men being suspicious and assumed they planned a robbery. The officer decided to search the men, and found illegal weapons. The men appealed because the officer had no probable cause to search the men. The weapons were found illegally and therefore they should not be tried.
The silent Amendment.
This amendment was ratified in 1791.
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime. Nor shall any person be subject for the same offense twice put in the jeopardy of life. nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself.
A person has the right to remain silent and not answer questions. You cannot be tried twice for the same crime and cannot incriminate yourself.
This amendment affects me because it keeps me safe from incriminating myself. It allows me to have access to a grand jury if i need it. It gives me the right to remain silent. I cannot be tried twice for the same crime. All these things keep me safe in case i ever decide to commit a crime.
The free the slaves amendment.
This amendment was ratified in 1864.
The 13th Amendment forever abolished slavery as an institution in all U.S. states and territories. In addition to banning slavery, the amendment outlawed the practice of involuntary servitude and peonage. Involuntary servitude or peonage occurs when a person is coerced to work in order to pay off debts.
This amendment officially removed slavery and made it illegal to force someone into servitude without consent.
In the court case Bailey vs. Alabama, a black man was paid an advance to complete work. He did not complete all of the work, but kept the money. The court ruled in favor of Bailey. Bailey's situation was similar to indentured servitude in which the person signs a contract.
Vote for two amendment. This amendment was ratified in 1804. The twelfth amendment stipulates that each elector must cast distinct votes for president and vice president, instead of two votes for president. Twelfth Amendment requires a person to receive a majority of the electoral votes for vice president for that person to be elected vice president by the Electoral College.
This amendment requires the vice president to receive the majority of the votes from the electoral college to win. If there is no majority winner, then the senate decides.
If this amendment was never addedd, it would chnage the whole election process. The runner up for president would be the vice president. That would mean the president and vice president would be different parties which would cause conflicts on the decisions made. It would also be difficult to decide who to elect as your cabinet. It would make the president suspicious as to if he could trsust his vice president. This could not be changed by state constitutions because it is a federal matter.
Yay you can talk amendment.
It was ratified in 1791.
Freedom to Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Congress cannot restrict citizens from practicing religion, talking, assembling, petitioning, or the press.
In the court case Tandon vs Newsom, the freedom of religion was analyzed. The state of california restricted private gatherings to 3 households. This puts a limit of religious gatherings. The first amendment gives a freedom of speech and assembly.. The court chided with the court of appeals for not issuing an injunction while the case was being appealed.
Aliens can't sue the state amendment. This amendment was added in 1795. The Judicial power of the United States shall not be construed to extend to any suit in law or equity, commenced or prosecuted against one of the United States by Citizens of another State, or by Citizens or Subjects of any Foreign State.
This amendment establishes state sovereign immunity by protecting the states from being sued by nonresidents of that state. I feel that this amendment should be removed. If the claim falls under federal law, then the individual should be allowed to sue. This is branching into becoming unconstitutional and protects the state even if it is at fault.
All men are equal amendment.
It was ratified 1869.
The amendment reads, “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.”
This amendment allows for everyman to vote regardless of his race or skin color.
In Reese vs. Garner, the 15th amendment was analyzed. Reese did not allows Garner to vote in Kentucky. Reese claimed Garner did not pay the poll tax even though he tried to. Reese was charged with violating the enforcement act.
The what if amendment.
This was ratified in 1967.
States that if the President becomes unable to do his job, the Vice President becomes the President (Section 1) or Acting President (Sections 3 or 4).
If the president can no longer act as president, the vice president takes over.
This amendment makes sure that the most experienced person takes over for the president. This helps make sure that America is in the right hands. If an inexperinced and dumb person became president, America would go down hill. However, without this amendment the vice president would probably still become acting presdient. This affects me because if the president is not well equipped then all of America would fall into cahos.
The income tax amendnent. It was ratified in 1894. The Congress shall have power to lay and collect taxes on incomes, from whatever source derived, without apportionment among the several States, and without regard to any census or enumeration.
This amendment states that Congress is allowed to freely tax citizen's income.
The court case Pollock vs. Farmers loan and trust company is based on the sixteenth amendment. The issue at hand was whether or not state bonds could be taxed. The supreme court held this taxing as unconstitutional. It is technically personal property, but bonds are considered untaxable in the Constitution. The Court ruled in favor of Pollock. This tax was a violation of the Constitution.
DC can vote now amendment. This was ratified in 1960.
The Amendment allows American citizens residing in the District of Columbia to vote for presidential electors, who in turn vote in the Electoral College for President and Vice President.
Washington D.C. now has three electoral votes in the electoral college when voting for president and vice president.
These three electoral votes can be the deciding factor in who can win the election. Without these three votes, the elcetion can have a different outcome. The different outcome would lead to different decisions made. These decisions have shaped the America I have grown up in. My life would be very different with other decisions made.
Hmm the states can deal with that amendment.
This was ratified in 1791.
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
In the court case New York vs US, the tenth amendment was analyzed. New York filed a lawsuit questioning if Congress is allowed to regulate waste management. Congress had passed a law making states dispose of radioactive waste within their borders. This upset New York so they took action. The court decided that congress had the right to use financial rewards and access waste to disposal sites as incentives.
Twenty dollars is enough for me amendment.
It was ratified in 1791.
In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
Any property that is stolen or damaged that is worth more than 20 dollars has the right to a jury.
In the court case Feltner vs CPT inc, the 7th amendment was analyzed. CPT ended its agreement with Feltner once their royalty payments became deliquent. Feltner did not stop broadcasting the shows and so CPT sued. After winning partial summary liability, CPT wanted statuatory damages. Feltner was denied a jury trial and awarded CPT the money. It was appealed and the court of appeals ruled that the 7th amendment does automatically provide give a jury trial.
You can own a gun.
It was ratified in 1791.
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
You have the right to own a gun or other arms.
In the court case of District of Columbia vs. Heller, the second amendment was analyzed. The district of Columbia put a ban on owning handguns. The second amendment protects the legal possession of a firearm. The supreme court agreed with Heller and found this ban unconstitutional. It violates the second amendment.
Your raise can wait amendment.
This was ratified in 1992.
No law varying the compensation for the services of the Senators and Representatives shall take effect, until an election of Representatives shall have intervened.
This amendment states that if congress votes to change their pay, it has to wait until the next election to take place.
Without the existence of this Amendment, it would be unlikely that Congress would be allowed to increase their salary other than for inflation. If this was allowed, everyone would want to be in congress so they can be rich. The 27th Amendment
simply verified the time when their increased salary goes into effect. If the current office members increase the salary they would most likely be out of office before they can receive it. This is important because it helps keep the congressmen honest so they have our best intentions in mind and not just money. This makes my life better.
The Super speedy decision amendment
The Sixth Amendment guarantees the rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public trial without unnecessary delay, the right to a lawyer, the right to an impartial jury, and the right to know who your accusers are and the nature of the charges and evidence against you.
A person has the right to a quick and fair trial.
In Powell vs. Alabama, the sixth amendment was analyzed. Several youths were charged with raping two young women. The young boys could not obtain an attorney and therefore had an unfair trial and went to jail. The supreme court decided that since the boys did not have a fair trial, it was a violation of the Constitution.
You get citizenship and you get citizenship (like the ellen thing) amendment. This amendment was added in 1868. It granted citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States—including former enslaved people—and guaranteed all citizens “equal protection of the laws.
This amendment gave citizenship and citizenship rights to former slaves, people born in America, and if you went through the naturalization process.
The court case Brown vs. Board applies to the 14th amendment because the school was limiting the rights of black students even though they are citizens. The colored students were put in different classes, different restrooms, different teachers, and subsequently a different education. This court case catalyzed the desegregation of students within public schools. The supreme court ruled in favor of Brown. They felt that segregated schools were unequal. It violates citizens rights and therefore is unconstitutional.
Vote directly amendment.
It was ratified in 1789.
The Senate of the United States shall be composed of two Senators from each State, elected by the people thereof, for six years; and each Senator shall have one vote. The electors in each State shall have the qualifications requisite for electors of the most numerous branch of the State legislatures.
This amendment changed the way senators were elected. The people could finally directly vote for who they want as senator.
This amendment is one of the ones that influnces my life daily. This allows for my family (and eventually me) to vote directly for who they want and let our voices be heard. Everyday senators are making decisions on out behalf. It is super important to elect the right person. The electoral college is outdated andisnt beneficial. With popular vote, everyone's voice is heard.
The free rehab amendment.
It was ratified in 1918.
Eighteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution banned the making, transporting, and sale of alcoholic beverages in the United States.
You can no longer sell, buy, or make alcohol. (but you can consume ;) )
If this amendment never existed, America would not be that different. The drinking age would probably be moved up to 21 in state constitutions. Citizens could still be able to drink. without this amendment, the country would be about the same.
Get out of the kitchen amendment.
It was ratified in 1919.
The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.
Every legal citizen above 21 can now vote regardless of race or gender.
In Leser vs. Garnett, the 19th amendment was analyzed. The Supreme Court accepted certiorari to examine 19th amendment. They had to decide if the addition was constitutional. The addition of the 15th amendment was similar. The secretary of state certified the addition of this amendment. People questioned this amendment due to its character and many state constitutions.
Fast switch of authority amendment.
It was ratified in 1932.
The Twentieth Amendment is an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that sets the inauguration date for new presidential terms and the date for new sessions of Congress.
This amendment shortens the transition time in office and quickly puts the new president into office.
This amendment effects everyone's life in America. It makes sure that the president gets put into office quickly. That way the president can start improving our country right away. The faster the transition, the sooner the changes can happen. The sooner the changes, the sooner my life improves.
Yay, alcohol is back amendment.
It was ratified in 1933.
The 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified, repealing the 18th Amendment and bringing an end to the era of national prohibition of alcohol in America.
This amendment makes the selling, buying, and making of alcohol illegal.
This amendment affects my family because it brought back alcohol. This means that stores can make money off it again and adults can consume it. It affects me because it raised the drinking age to 21. If it was still 18, I would be allowed to drink.
Yay. No american monarchs.
This was ratified in 1947.
No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice, and no person who has held the office of President, or acted as President, for more than two years of a term to which some other person was elected President shall be elected to the office of President more than once. But this Article shall not apply to any person holding the office of President when this Article was proposed by Congress and shall not prevent any person who may be holding the office
of President, or acting as President, during the term within which this Article becomes operative from holding the office of President or acting as President during the remainder of such term.
This amendment limits the amount of time a president can serve to two terms.
This amendment effects everyone's life in America. This stops America from having a king who dictates over us. If a king ruled over us, we would probably have limited freedom. It could turn into either a dictatorship or a monarch, which is exactly what America was founded against.