“No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury…” - You can’t be officially charged with a big crime unless a group of regular people agrees there’s good reason and sufficient evidence., “...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;” - doesn’t count for people in the military during war or national danger., “...nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb;” - You can’t be punished or tried again for the same crime after the case is over — no “do-overs” for the government., “...nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself;” - You don’t have to answer questions that could get you in trouble — you can stay silent., “...nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law;” - The government has to treat you fairly and follow the rules before punishing you or taking anything from you., “...nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.” - If the government needs your land for something public, they have to pay you a fair price.,

Fifth Amendment Paraphrase

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