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Your Rights as a Citizen
Every American citizen enjoys certain rights set forth in the Constitution and
protected by law. These individual liberties distinguish our free society from
the totalitarian systems. Your rights under law include:
| The right to equal protection of laws and equal justice in the courts. |
| The right to be free from arbitrary search or arrest. |
| The right to equal education and economic opportunity. |
| The right to choose public officers in free elections. |
| The right to own property. |
| The right of free speech, press and assembly. |
| The right to attend the church of your choice. |
| The right to have legal counsel of your choice and a prompt trial if accused of crime. |
Your Duties as a Citizen
With your rights as a citizen go individual responsibilities. Every American shares them. Your duties as a citizen include:
| The duty to obey the laws. |
| The duty to respect the rights of others. |
| The duty to inform yourself on issues of government and community welfare. |
| The duty to serve on juries if called. |
| The duty to vote in elections. |
| The duty to serve and defend your country. |
| The duty to assist agencies of law enforcement. |
| The duty to practice and teach the principles of good citizenship in your own home. |
