Section 21. Habeas corpus

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Inquiry into restraints on liberty

Every person restrained of his liberty is entitled to a remedy to inquire into the lawfulness thereof, and to remove the restraint if unlawful, and that remedy shall not be denied or delayed. The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended.

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1868 — Article I. Section 18

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Election Date: November 3, 1970

Votes For Ratification: 393759

Votes Against Ratification: 251132

Percent for Ratification: 61%

Percent Against Ratification: 39%

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Amendment Source: 1969 Chap 1258

Effective Date Source: 1969 Chapter 1258

Habeas corpus

The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended.

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