Habeas Corpus

a legal writ, or order, that guarantees a prisoner the right to be heard in court

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What does Habeas Corpus mean?

• The right to a trial.

• The right to vote.

• The right to have a job.

President Lincoln suspended Habeas Corpus.

• True

• False

What is the primary purpose of a writ of Habeas Corpus?

• To ensure a person's right to a fair trial

• To allow indefinite detention without trial

• To grant citizenship

• To enforce tax laws

Which historical document first established the principle of Habeas Corpus?

• The Magna Carta

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

In which country did the concept of Habeas Corpus originate?

• England

• France

• United States

• Germany

Which U.S. President famously suspended Habeas Corpus during the Civil War?

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Theodore Roosevelt

Habeas Corpus is a protection against what?

• Unlawful detention

• Excessive taxation

• Unfair labor practices

• Censorship

Which branch of government is typically responsible for issuing a writ of Habeas Corpus?

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

• Military

What does the term 'Habeas Corpus' literally translate to in English?

• You shall have the body

• You shall have the mind

• You shall have the soul

• You shall have the spirit