What It Means
Provides grand jury indictment, no double jeopardy, right against self-incrimination, due process, and just compensation.
Historical Context
These protections address abuses common under British rule.
Original Text
“No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury... nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.”
- Amendment Number
- 5 of 27
- Ratified
- 1791
- Category
- Bill of Rights
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