Civil Liberties
Definition
Civil liberties are individual rights and freedoms that are protected from government interference or abuse.
Analogy
An analogy for civil liberties is a shield. Civil liberties protect individuals from government interference or abuse, just like a shield protects a person from harm.
Related terms
First Amendment: The First Amendment is an amendment to the United States Constitution that protects the freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
Fourth Amendment: The Fourth Amendment is an amendment to the United States Constitution that protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Due Process: Due process is the legal requirement that the government must respect all legal rights that are owed to a person.
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Practice Questions (9)
What are civil liberties?
What distinguishes civil rights from civil liberties in US Constitution?
Which organization defends civil liberties including rights provided by the First Amendment?
Which constitutional amendment has been primarily used to expand civil liberties over time through incorporation?
How did selective incorporation lead to uniform interpretation of civil liberties across all states?
How has selective incorporation affected the development of civil liberties over time?
Which organization works on safeguarding civil liberties including those of minorities in America?
How did the 9/11 attacks impact US government policies concerning civil liberties?
What could prompt the government to restrict civil liberties?
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