Habeas corpus, motions to vacate sentence, mandamus, and Section 1983 and Bivens civil rights actions are all examples of what type of petitions?

A. prisoner petitions
B. jurisdiction petitions
C. bankruptcy petitions
D. extradition petitions


Answer: A

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