Legal Definitions - constitutional guarantee

A constitutional guarantee is a promise that is included in the United States Constitution. This promise supports or establishes an inalienable right, such as the right to due process.

• The First Amendment of the Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech.
• The Fourth Amendment guarantees the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures.
• The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial.

These examples illustrate how the Constitution guarantees certain rights to all citizens. These rights cannot be taken away or violated without due process of law.