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It means that the federal government can't create new powers for itself. New federal government powers, like creating the IRS, must be approved by the states or the people. It is also seen as a guarantee that the individual states have rights, because unless the Constitution says the power is a federal power, it belongs exclusively to the states or the people.

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Can you explain what the fifth amendment means?

One that is suspected of crime does not have to say anything that would seriously go against them if they do not wish to while in jury. To get out of this pressure you can use the well known line "I plead the fifth" as in the Fifth Amendment.


What does pleeding the fifth mean?

Actually it has nothing to do with math. "pleading your fifth" means that you are pleading your fifth amendment which states that you cannot be forced to testify against yourself. So if you are pleading your fifth, you are actually using your fifth amendment right.


Can you skip a grade in fifth grade?

No. The 5th grade is an very important year and to skip it means you will not have all the data you need for 6th.


What does you take the fifth mean?

It means you're invoking your right to not give evidence against your self, which is guaranteed by the fifth amendment to the constitution.


Can a subpoenaed witness plead the fifth amendment?

Yes, a subpoenaed witness can plead the Fifth Amendment, which protects individuals from self-incrimination. This means they can refuse to answer questions that may incriminate them in a criminal case.


What does it mean 5th grade boy looks at you and smiles and waves at a girl?

Really? Your in fifth grade, it means nothing!


Can a witness plead the fifth amendment in a civil case?

Yes, a witness can plead the Fifth Amendment in a civil case to avoid self-incrimination. This means they can refuse to answer questions that may reveal potentially criminal activity.


What does taking the fifth mean?

Invoking the Fifth Amendment of the Constitution, which provides protection from self-incrimination. It means you do not have to answer a question, if you feel it may incriminate (make you appear guilty) you.


What right do people exercise if they plead the fifth amendment?

The fifth amendment is actually several things, but when you plead the fifth, you're exercising your right to protection from self incrimination. Basically, it means that you cannot be made to answer ANY questions which could result in you being convicted of a crime.


Can you explain what amendment 6 to the constitution means in fifth grade language?

That amendment means that when a person is accused of a crime, the person has a right to a trial that is not delayed too long. The person has a right for the trial to be public and not secret. The person has a right to be judged by people who are fair and have not already made up their minds. The person has a right to know what he's being accused of, and the right to know who is accusing him and who the witnesses are who are against him. The person also has a right to find witnesses in his favor, and the person has the right to get help from a lawyer.


Can I invoke my Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination if I am subpoenaed?

Yes, you can invoke your Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination if you are subpoenaed. This means you have the right to refuse to answer questions that may incriminate you in a criminal case.


Does it mean for people to plead the Fifth?

It means that they invoke the protection from being forced to testify against oneself, pursuant to the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution.