Extensus Habeas Corpus

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Extensus Habeas Corpus: (1) Literally, "You may have the body/person for an extended period (of time)." Based on President Obama's revelation of "prolonged detention" policy in his speech on National Security, yesterday, Thursday, May 22, 2009. (2) To be held without charge nor due process of law for an unspecified period of time. See also: Habeas Corpus longinquus detineo.

References: Habeas Corpus longinquus detineo, ‘Prolonged detention’ , Rachel, Habeas Corpus, National security showdown, Countdown, House, Senate refuse to close Gitmo, Andrea Mitchell, Suspensus Habeas Corpus and Extensus Habeas Corpus.









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