Kentucky Statutes 202B.260 – Petition for writ of habeas corpus
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At any time, and without notice, a person detained at a facility, or a relative, friend, guardian, representative, or attorney on behalf of such person, may petition for a writ of habeas corpus to question the cause and legality of the detention and request that the Circuit Court issue a writ for release.
Effective: July 13, 1990
History: Created 1990 Ky. Acts ch. 147, sec. 25, effective July 13, 1990.
Effective: July 13, 1990
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 202B.260
- Attorney: means attorney-at-law. See Kentucky Statutes 446.010
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Habeas corpus: A writ that is usually used to bring a prisoner before the court to determine the legality of his imprisonment. It may also be used to bring a person in custody before the court to give testimony, or to be prosecuted.
- Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
History: Created 1990 Ky. Acts ch. 147, sec. 25, effective July 13, 1990.