Which of the following statements is true of the writ of habeas corpus?
A. It does not require a prisoner to be presented in the court during a court hearing.
B. It is not available to citizens during times of rebellion.
C. It allows a criminal to be punished directly without a trial.
D. It punishes individuals for committing an act that was legal when it was committed.
E. It may be overruled at the discretion of Congress and the state legislatures.
Answer: B
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