Michigan § 600.4322 - Habeas corpus; “prisoner” defined.

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§ 600.4322. Habeas corpus; “prisoner” defined.

Sec. 4322.

The term "prisoner", as used in connection with habeas corpus, means the person on whose behalf the writ is issued, such as an inmate of a penal or mental institution, the child whose custody is sought, and other persons alleged to be restrained of their liberty.

Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Section 600.4322 ("Habeas corpus; “prisoner” defined.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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