Multiple Choice
A court order to the authorities to release a prisoner deemed to be held in violation of his or her rights is known as a(n)
A) writ of mandamus.
B) writ of habeas corpus.
C) writ of te libero.
D) in propria persona decree.
E) non compos mentis decree.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
Verified
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