In order to understand the origins of our rights, one must start at the source: The
Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
The Constitution. On September 17, 1787, the Constitution was adopted by the convention
of States. It was fully ratified on June 21, 1788. Click below to see the Constitution
in its entirety:
On December 15, 1791, the States approved the first ten amendments (changes/additions) to
the Constitution, known as The Bill of Rights. As important as the Constitution was to the
foundation of this great country, The Bill of Rights was probably more important in
protecting the freedoms and rights that we enjoy today:
Our fore fathers died protecting our rights above. Learn them. If you don't know them,
then you don't have them. Don't be afraid to ask the police to present their warrant. I can
assure you that they do not have one! If they then insist on performing an illegal search,
not only will anything they find not be admissable in court, but the City will most likely
end up writing you a pretty nice check for their illegal actions!
Your Miranda Rights
You have the right to remain silent.
Anything you say can be used against you in a court of law.
You have the right to have an attorney present now and during any future questioning.
If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to you free of charge is you wish.
REMEMBER: YOU DON'T HAVE TO SAY ANYTHING IF YOU DON'T WANT TO! Other countries would
love to have these rights. Learn them or lose them!
