Habeas corpus is a legal principle that protects individuals from unlawful detention by requiring the government to provide justification for holding someone in custody.
Imagine you're at a party and your friend gets accused of stealing a phone. Your friend asks for evidence or reasons why they are being accused before getting kicked out. That's habeas corpus - it ensures the government can't just lock people up without good reason.
Civil Liberties: These are individual rights and freedoms protected by law, like the right to free speech or privacy.
Martial Law: This occurs when military forces take control over civilian activities during an emergency or conflict.
Suspension Clause: The part of the U.S. Constitution that allows habeas corpus to be suspended in cases of rebellion or invasion.
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