U.S. Rights

Definition

U.S. rights refer to the privileges and protections granted to individuals by virtue of being citizens or residents of the United States. These rights are outlined in various legal documents, including the U.S. Constitution and its amendments.

Related terms

Civil Liberties: Civil liberties are basic individual freedoms protected from infringement by governments, such as freedom of speech or religion.

Bill of Rights: The Bill of Rights refers to the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution which enumerate specific rights and protections for individuals.

Citizenship: Citizenship is legal status granted to individuals who have certain rights, duties, and responsibilities within a particular nation-state.