Question

no person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

Answer 1

Answer: D. The private property of citizens shall not be taken without legal process and compensation.

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Here are the questions and options.

Which statement summarizes property rights according to the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution?

A) The private property of law-abiding citizens can never be taken for public use.

B) The private property of citizens may be taken any time the federal government requires it.

C) The private property of citizens may be seized by the government, but only during times of war.

D) The private property of citizens shall not be taken without legal process and compensation.