The inherent civil rights granted to you come mainly from the Constitution of the United States. The Fourth Amendment shields you from illegal searches and seizures, as well as police abuse. The First Amendment ensures freedom of expression and protects against reprisal. This is particularly true in situations involving whistleblowers, commonly known as qui tam lawsuits. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits prejudice based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin is prohibited by federal and state governments and businesses.