Rhode Island General Laws 10-9-14. Examination of cause of restraint – Adjournment
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When the writ of habeas corpus is returned, the court shall, without delay, proceed to examine the causes of the imprisonment or restraint, but the examination may be adjourned from time to time, as circumstances may require.
History of Section.
C.P.A. 1905, § 663; G.L. 1909, ch. 305, § 12; G.L. 1923, ch. 356, § 12; G.L. 1938, ch. 584, § 12; G.L. 1956, § 10-9-14.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 10-9-14
- 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.