Section 12. The person who makes the statement shall at the same time produce the prisoner, if in his custody or power or under his restraint, according to the command of the writ, unless prevented by the illness or infirmity of the prisoner.

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Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 248 sec. 12

  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.