You also have legal rights, which are backed by the law. It is important to know your rights so that if people try to take them away you can stop them. Responsible people know what their rights are and respect the rights of others. Being responsible means you care about other people’s rights.

There are two important responsibilities that are only for U.S. citizens: to vote in federal elections and to serve on a jury. By voting, citizens are participating in the democratic process. Citizens vote for leaders to represent them and their ideas, and the leaders support the citizens’ interests.

Political rights include natural justice (procedural fairness) in law, such as the rights of the accused, including the right to a fair trial; due process; the right to seek redress or a legal remedy; and rights of participation in civil society and politics such as freedom of association, the right to assemble, the …

Students also have certain responsibilities:

• The responsibility to act in such a manner as to ensure that other students may enjoy the rights mentioned above.
• The responsibility to respect and comply with College rules and regulations.
• The responsibility to respect and comply with local, state, and federal law.

Both individuals in a relationship should have the same rights and responsibilities: The responsibility to listen to your partner. The responsibility to respect. The responsibility to be accountable for your own behavior.

Why Taking Responsibility is Important Taking ownership and responsibility for your actions is an important part of healthy relationships. Doing so is an empowering reminder that you have control over the role you play in your relationship. Taking responsibility creates trust and dependability.