habeas corpus
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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
“The ruling demonstrates a profound misunderstanding and misapplication of the law applied to habeas corpus petitions,” said Hannah Brown, deputy director of the Los Angeles Innocence Project.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2026
Filed a habeas corpus petition on a Thursday night, and by Monday a federal judge had ordered his immediate release.
From Slate ● Apr. 28, 2026
The Court decided to bar claims from federal habeas corpus review if they weren't initially presented to state courts.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
