Habeas corpus
CLEP American Government, Chapter 22 Habeas corpus A petition for a writ of habeas corpus asks a court to require the government official holding a person to justify that custody under law. The writ historically protects against detention without lawful authority and today can provide collateral review of federal constitutional defects after conviction. It is […]
Miranda rights
CLEP American Government, Chapter 22 Miranda rights Miranda v. Arizona requires warnings before custodial interrogation. Custody means formal arrest or a restraint on freedom comparable to arrest. Interrogation includes direct questioning and words or conduct that officers should know are reasonably likely to produce an incriminating response. Before that combination occurs, police must explain the […]
