Federal courts have writ of __________ jurisdiction,or the power to release persons from custody if a judge determines they are not being detained constitutionally.
A)amicus
B)certiorari
C)in forma pauperis
D)habeas corpus

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The power to release persons from custody if a judge determines they are not being detained constitutionally is known as writ of habeas corpus. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. Option A (amicus) refers to a friend of the court who is not a party to a case but provides information or expertise to assist the court. Option B (certiorari) is a process in which a higher court reviews a lower court's decision. Option C (in forma pauperis) refers to the right of a person to proceed with a legal action without paying court fees or costs if they cannot afford it.

Federal Courts Have Writ of __________ Jurisdiction,or the Power to Release