Indiana Code 33-33-71-12. Powers of judges same as circuit judges

Sec. 12. The judges of the superior court may:

(1) grant restraining orders and injunctions;

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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.

(2) issue writs of habeas corpus and of mandate and prohibition;

(3) appoint receivers, masters, and commissioners to convey real property;

(4) grant commissions for the examination of witnesses; and

(5) appoint other officers necessary to facilitate and transact the business of the court;

the same as circuit courts or circuit court judges.

[Pre-2004 Recodification Citation: 33-5-40-7.]

As added by P.L.98-2004, SEC.12.