What is the name of the constitutional protection which requires government to show a legal basis for imprison

Question

What is the name of the constitutional protection which requires government to show a legal basis for imprisoning someone?

A. A bill of attainder

B. An ex post facto law

C. The privileges and immunities clause

D. The writ of habeas corpus

Answer 1

D. The writ of habeas corpus

Answer 2

D.

Answer 3

D)  Habeus corpus means, literally, "produce the body" (corpus, as in corpse).  When we are in custody of police, the law says that within 24 hours, the police/prosecutors must either charge us, or release us.  Under the (un)Patriot Act, that may be ignored or suspended.

Answer 4

D

Answer 5

Do your own freaking homework.  God, you should know this one anyway.