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Principle stating that a person cannot be held in prison without being charged with a crime
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Principle stating that a person cannot be held in prison without being charged with a crime

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The principle that a person cannot be held in prison without being charged with a crime is known as habeas corpus. This principle protects an individuals right to trial and due process if they are accused of committing a crime.
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