Michigan Laws 330.1533 – Writ of habeas corpus

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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.

Nothing in this chapter shall prevent the filing of or deprive any individual of the benefits of a writ of habeas corpus.