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United States Constitution Resource Guide

Selected Constitutional Amendments 6-10 (with Pictures)

Amendment VI:

“In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury...”

Ratified 12-15-1791.

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Amendment VII:

“In Suits at common law…the right of trial by jury shall be preserved.”

Ratified 12-15-1791.

Image Source:  Library of Congress

Amendment VIII:

“Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.” 

Ratified 12-15-1791.

Image Source:  Library of Congress

Amendment X:

“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.”

Ratified 12-15-1791.

Image Source:  Library of Congress