What does a Writ of Habeas Corpus entitle the client to receive?

• A. A hearing in Superior Court
• B. Immediate release from the facility
• C. A private attorney
• D. A transfer to another facility

Answer: (A)

A Writ of Habeas Corpus is a tool to challenge the legality of someone’s detention by requiring the custodian to bring the person to court for a prompt review. In this context, it guarantees a hearing in Superior Court to determine whether the detention is lawful, based on the facts and applicable law. The purpose of that hearing isn’t automatic release or other outcomes; if the court finds the detention unlawful, release can be ordered, and if it’s lawful, the detention can continue. The writ also does not guarantee a private attorney, since counsel may be provided or appointed as needed, and it does not by itself dictate transferring the person to another facility.