Meaning

1 senses
  1. Synonym of habeas corpus.

More definitions
  • a writ ordering a prisoner to be brought before a judge

Forms

plural: writs of habeas corpus

Synonyms

1 synonyms
Close in meaning
  • a writ ordering a prisoner to be brought before a judge:habeas corpus

See also

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