a suspect is accused of a crime in one state and flees to another state where they are apprehended. the…
a suspect is accused of a crime in one state and flees to another state where they are apprehended. the state is very slow in returning the suspect to the state of origin and keeps them imprisoned. which of the following represents a suitable petition for the suspect in this situation, in regard to their constitutional rights? a petition for a writ of extradition b petition for a writ of habeas corpus c petition for release into their custody d petition for overturning of the charges
Answer
Brief Explanations:
A writ of habeas corpus is a legal remedy that requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court, mainly to determine if the detention is lawful. In this case, where the suspect is being held and not returned in a timely - manner, a habeas corpus petition can be used to challenge the legality of their continued imprisonment. A writ of extradition is about the process of surrendering a person from one jurisdiction to another, not about challenging the legality of detention. Petition for release into their custody is too vague, and petition for overturning the charges is not relevant to the issue of the legality of continued imprisonment due to the slow - return process.
Answer:
B. petition for a writ of habeas corpus