Louisiana Children’s Code 1457 – Right 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.
Nothing in this Title shall deny the right of habeas corpus, including an application based upon a change of circumstances.
Acts 1991, No. 235, §14, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.