The Constitution and Its Amendments

The 13th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1865, abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States.

The 2nd Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1791, guarantees the right of the people to keep and bear arms.

The 3rd Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1791, prohibits the government from quartering soldiers in private homes without the owner's consent.

The 4th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1791, protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.

The 6th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1791, guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial.

The 8th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1791, prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.

The 7th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1791, guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases.

The 10th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1791, reserves all powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or to the people.

The 11th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1795, prohibits states from passing laws that impair the obligation of contracts.

The 12th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1804, establishes the procedure for electing the President and Vice President.

The 14th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1868, prohibits states from depriving persons of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.

The 15th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1870, guarantees the right to vote to citizens of the United States regardless of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.

The 16th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1913, authorizes Congress to levy an income tax.

The 18th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1919, prohibited the manufacture, sale, or transportation of alcoholic beverages.

The 19th Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1920, guarantees the right of women to vote.