For example The corpus delicti of the case were summarised by the lead barrister. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page was not useful This page was useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your answer, if you can tell us more that would really help Update
Habeas corpus A writ which can be applied for to order a person's release if they have been imprisoned unlawfully.