Which of the following statements is true of habeas corpus as a post-conviction relief procedure?

A. A state prisoner is prohibited from obtaining such relief in a federal district court.
B. Only a single habeas corpus petition can be filed, even if a defendant raises new grounds.
C. This petition is brought by a prisoner who has exhausted all of the usual appellate remedies.
D. The habeas corpus petition is a legal action that is part of a criminal case.


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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