Habeas corpus is a legal principle that protects individuals from unlawful detention by requiring the government to provide justification for holding someone in custody.
Related terms
Civil Liberties: These are individual rights and freedoms protected by law, like the right to free speech or privacy.
Martial Law: This occurs when military forces take control over civilian activities during an emergency or conflict.
Suspension Clause: The part of the U.S. Constitution that allows habeas corpus to be suspended in cases of rebellion or invasion.