Nebraska § 29-2820 - Writ; person detaining; how designated.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 29-2820 — Writ; person detaining; how designated., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-2820. Writ; person detaining; how designated.
The person having the custody of the prisoner may, in all writs of habeas corpus issued under sections 29-2801 to 29-2824, be designated by his name of office, if he has any, or by his own name; or if both such names are unknown or uncertain, he may be described by an assumed appellation, and any person who is served with the writ shall be deemed the person intended thereby.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 29-2820
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 29-2820 cover?
Section 29-2820 ("Writ; person detaining; how designated.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 29-2820?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 29-2820" (Nebraska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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