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NeX [460]
3 years ago
13

Describe the purpose and function of the writ of habeas corpus

History
2 answers:
andrezito [222]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

A writ of habeas corpus is used to bring a prisoner or other detainee (e.g. institutionalized mental patient) before the court to determine if the person's imprisonment or detention is lawful. A habeas petition proceeds as a civil action against the State agent (usually a warden) who holds the defendant in custody.

Explanation:

Natalija [7]3 years ago
3 0
A writ of habeas corpus is used to bring a prisoner or other detainee (e.g. institutionalized mental patient) before the court to determine if the person's imprisonment or detention is lawful. A habeas petition proceeds as a civil action against the State agent (usually a warden) who holds the defendant in custody.
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