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habeas corpus

[hey-bee-uhs kawr-puhs] / ˈheɪ bi əs ˈkɔr pəs /




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In the decade that followed, the justices decided 9/11-related cases involving due process, habeas corpus, international humanitarian law and civil procedure.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 9, 2026

The day of The Times’ article publication, the public defenders office helped the family file a habeas corpus petition on behalf of Wilber.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

Even in the authors’ account, aides sometimes seem to let an idea be floated and then disappear or, as in the case of Mr. Miller’s alleged contempt for habeas corpus, push back strongly.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

Suspending habeas corpus is not a simple on/off switch.

From Slate Jun. 18, 2026

“Get a writ of habeas corpus for each orphan,” David went on, more thinking out loud than instructing Louis, who clearly already knew exactly what to do.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older




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