What It Means
Just because a right is not listed does not mean it doesn't exist.
Historical Context
Some Founders feared listing rights would imply those were the only rights.
Original Text
“The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.”
- Amendment Number
- 9 of 27
- Ratified
- 1791
- Category
- Bill of Rights
Other Bill of Rights Amendments
Amendment 11791
Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition
Amendment 21791
Right to Bear Arms
Amendment 31791
Quartering of Soldiers
Amendment 41791
Search and Seizure
Amendment 51791
Rights of the Accused
Amendment 61791
Right to a Fair Trial
Amendment 71791
Trial by Jury in Civil Cases
Amendment 81791
Bail and Punishment
Amendment 101791
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