Sharpe here examines the notion of habeas corpus, the principal means under the law for the protection of personal liberty. Extensively revised and updated, this edition focuses on English law as it explores the nature of judicial review exercised on habeas corpus and surveys the past, present, and potential uses of the writ.

The Law of Habeas Corpus

Science & Math

Sharpe, R. J.

Biological Sciences

Oxford University Press

<p>Habeas corpus is everyone's 'get out of jail free' card. It is the legal remedy ensuring a person's release from prison or any other form of custody when the detention cannot be justified in law. This volume provides in-depth and critical analysis of the law behind this vital protection of liberty.<br></p>

Farbey, Judith

Simon, Atrill

Atrill, Simon

Criminal Law

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