Article I.
Bill of Rights

Section 4. Habeas corpus

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193918471822

Habeas corpus

The privilege of a writ or order of habeas corpus shall not be suspended, unless, in case of rebellion or invasion, the public safety requires it.

193918471822

When writ of habeas corpus not to be suspended

The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended, unless when, in cases of rebellion or invasion, the public safety may require its suspension.

193918471822

Habeas corpus, when writ may be suspended

The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus, shall not be suspended, unless when in cases of rebellion, or invasion, the public safety may require its suspension.

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