Habeas Corpus
Definition
Habeas Corpus is a legal action or writ by means of which detainees can seek relief from unlawful imprisonment.
Related terms
Writ of Certiorari: A type of writ, or legal order, from a higher court to a lower one, demanding the records of a particular case so that the higher court can review them.
Due Process: The fair treatment through the normal judicial system, especially as a citizen's entitlement.
Ex Post Facto Laws: Laws that make certain acts illegal retroactively. They are prohibited by the U.S. Constitution.
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AP US History
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AP US Government - 3.8 Amendments: Due Process and the Rights of the Accused
Practice Questions (1)
Which event demonstrated the expansion of presidential power through the suspension of habeas corpus?
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