What It Means
The government cannot force citizens to house soldiers in their homes during peacetime.
Historical Context
Before the Revolution, the British Quartering Acts forced colonists to house British troops.
Original Text
“No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.”
- Amendment Number
- 3 of 27
- Ratified
- 1791
- Category
- Bill of Rights
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