Which of the following restrictions was NOT included in the Black Codes?

The correct choice identifies that the Black Codes did not universally deny blacks the right to sue in court. While many of the Black Codes imposed various forms of restrictions aimed at maintaining white supremacy and controlling the newly freed African American population post-Civil War, they did not create a blanket denial of the ability to sue. In some instances, African Americans could bring cases to court, though systemic racism often influenced the outcomes unfavorably against them.

On the other hand, the other restrictions exemplified the oppressive nature of the Black Codes. For example, prohibiting blacks from bearing arms aimed to disarm the African American population, thereby preventing them from defending themselves. Similarly, restrictions on specific occupations aimed to confine African Americans to low-paying, menial jobs, thus limiting their economic opportunities. Finally, the restrictions on travel sought to control the movement of African Americans, reinforcing the power dynamics that tethered them to their former enslavers or denied them mobility altogether.