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Duties And Responsibilities of American Citizens:
Citizens help make our Communities safe and agreeable places to live. We do this by living up to our duties and responsibilities. Responsibilities are things we should do. They are actions that we choose to do, even though they are not required. Duties are actions that citizens are required to carry out. National, States, and Local government establish those duties by law. Anyone who fails to perform his or her duties is subject to penalties, such as being fined or sent to prison.
Obey Laws:
The most important duty for citizens is to obey the Law. People establish laws in order to live together in peace. Laws help people understand what is acceptable behavior and what is unacceptable. Laws enable governments to keep order and protect our safety, Health, and Property. Communities suffer harm and conflict when people do not obey the law.
Defend The Nations:
Most male citizen aged 18 to 25 must register with the selective service System ( SSS). They may be needed to defend the nation. In the event of war or extreme national emergency, The government may need to draft, or call for military service, Men from this list. The United States has not had a draft since 1973. Since then, Volunteers have met the needs of the armed Forces.
Service In Court:
Every adult citizen must be prepared to serve on jury. A person accused of crime has right to a trial by jury. That right is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.
A Jury is a group of citizens who listen to the evidence presented in court. They are required to think about it fairly and decide whether the accused is guilty. During the trial, The accused has the right to hear and present witnesses. If citizens are asked to be a witness at atrial. They have a duty to do so.
Attend School:
Attending school is also a duty. Most states require children aged (7) seven to (16) sixteenth to attend school. Schools teach students how to become good citizens. They also prepare students to become skilled employees who can contribute to the nations economy.
Pay Taxes:
citizens must also pay taxes. There are different kinds of taxes:
a.) Income Taxes c.) Sales Tax
b.) Property Taxes
=Tax money keeps the government running. Without taxes, The federal government could not pay its employees, defend the country, or help those in need. Local governments could not hire police officers and firefighters, Run Schools, or Pave Roads. People who try to avoid paying taxes face stiff fines and other penalties.
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