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9 Cards in this Set
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Civil and Criminal Law
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all of the codes, statutes, and laws that govern legal conduct in a society and protects its citizens
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Limited Government
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a principle of the US Constitution that states that government has only the powers that the Constitution gives it
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Redress of Grievances
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the right to make a complaint to, or seek the assistance of, one's government, without fear of punishment or reprisals
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Responsibilities
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the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that society
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Rights
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the fundamental rules about what is allowed of people or owed to people, according to some legal system, social convention, or ethical theory
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Voluntary Civic Participation
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citizens are free to, but not required to, take part in debate, voting, and other activities to better their communities
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“Bear Arms”
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citizen’s right to keep firearms to protect their family and property
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“Quartering”
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the placing of soldiers in one’s home without the owner’s permission
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“Taking the 5th”
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not being forced to provide testimony against yourself
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