Question

The idea that someone accused of a crime must be brought to court and a reason has to be given for that person to be kept in jail is known as?

A. The write of habeas corpus

B. A bill of attainder

C. Ex post facto law

Answer 1

The correct answer is A. The write of habeas corpus

According to the writ, the country can't keep you in jail unless they provide a valid reason to a court and the person can present their case and ask to be released if there is no valid reason. If the person is kept in jail, that's unconstitutional and the government is breaking the law.