The writ of habeas corpus may be granted by the supreme court, court of appeals, court of common pleas, probate court, or by a judge of any such court.

Terms Used In Ohio Code 2725.02

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