MPTC ConLaw Exam Questions with Correct Solutions, A+

1st Amendment - establishes freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition. Does not protect against obscenity, fighting words, threats and/or incendiary speech. 2nd Amendment - Right to keep and bear arms 4th Amendment - Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures search - Physical invasion/ intrusions of privacy by police on people, homes or personal property to obtain information or gather evidence. Seizure - When Police take possession of property, make an arrest or restrict a person's ability to move. 5th Amendment - Criminal Proceedings; Due Process; Eminent Domain; Double Jeopardy; Protection from Self incrimination 6th Amendment - The right to a Speedy Trial by jury, representation by an attorney for an accused person 8th Amendment - Protects people from excessive bail and fines. prohibits cruel and unusual punishment. 14th Amendment - Declares that all persons born in the U.S. are citizens and are guaranteed equal protection of the laws Article XII of Massachusetts - Nu subject shall be held to any crimes or offense until the same is fully and plainly described to him