SCCJA Unit 1 | Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Verified

1776 - Declaration of Independence 1787 - Drafting of the Constitution 1788 - Ratification with Bill of Rights added 1791 - Ratification of Bill of Rights Separation of Powers - System of checks and balances that ensure no branch of the government becomes too strong, accomplished by forcing all the branches to interact and rely on each other. Legislative Branch - Makes laws, Article I Executive Branch - Enforces laws, Article II Judicial Branch - Interprets laws, Article III 1st Amendment - Freedom of: Religion, speech, press, peaceful assembly/protest 4th Amendment - Implies that right to privacy is inherent. Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures. Requires probable cause, particular descriptions, and an oath for the issuance of a warrant. 5th Amendment - Requires a grand jury for capital or infamous crimes. Freedom from double jeopardy and self-incrimination. Ensures due process. 6th Amendment - Ensures: Speedy and public trial, impartial jury in proper venue, knowledge of charges, confrontation of witnesses, ability to obtain favorable witnesses, assistance of defense attorney.