The Fifth Amendment

The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects individuals from self-incrimination, meaning you cannot be forced to testify against yourself in a criminal case. It also guarantees the right to due process, ensuring fair legal proceedings, and protects against double jeopardy, which means you can't be tried twice for the same crime. Additionally, it includes the "taking clause," which requires the government to provide compensation when it takes private property for public use. Overall, the Fifth Amendment establishes important legal protections for individuals within the justice system.