Legal Question in Criminal Law in Kentucky
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I need know what is a court order that requires the government to bring a prisoner or someone accused of a crime to court and explain why he or she is being held
Asked on 4/16/08, 5:11 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Micah Guilfoil
Law Office of Micah Guilfoil
Re: I need HELP!
writ of habeas corpus
Answered on 4/17/08, 11:00 am
Thomas McAdam
Thomas A. McAdam, III, Attorney
Re: I need HELP!
What you are referring to is a Writ of Habeas Corpus; which in Latin literally means "bring the body." It is an Order signed by a Judge and directed to the jailer or custodian, commanding that the prisoner be brought into Court for a determination of the legal basis of the detention.
You are best advised to contact a local attorney who practices criminal or constitutional law. You can call or email the Kentucky Bar Association for a referral in your area.
Answered on 4/16/08, 5:44 pm
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