habeas corpus
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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
At the time, the departures left the office understaffed amid a glut of habeas corpus petition cases from federal immigration detainees challenging their arrests during the surge.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
Federal habeas corpus petitions attack the conviction and open up the possibility of compensation if the petitioner can demonstrate their innocence.
From Slate ● May 29, 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
