corpus
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Federal habeas corpus petitions attack the conviction and open up the possibility of compensation if the petitioner can demonstrate their innocence.
From Slate • May 29, 2026
The researchers also found that the corpus callosum, a major structure that connects the two halves of the brain and supports many critical functions, had deteriorated in mice receiving the treatment.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2026
“The ruling demonstrates a profound misunderstanding and misapplication of the law applied to habeas corpus petitions,” said Hannah Brown, deputy director of the Los Angeles Innocence Project.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
After their arrests, their wives filed habeas corpus petitions at the Supreme Court, challenging the legality of their detentions.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
“Get a writ of habeas corpus for each orphan,” David went on, more thinking out loud than instructing Louis, who clearly already knew exactly what to do.
From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older
Vocabulary lists containing corpus
Body Language: Corp ("Body")
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This Week In Culture: September 28–October 4, 2019
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UCPS 6th Grade Roots List #2
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