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U.S. Code as of:
01/19/04
Section 2242. Application
Application for a writ of habeas corpus shall be in writing
signed and verified by the person for whose relief it is intended
or by someone acting in his behalf.
It shall allege the facts concerning the applicant's commitment
or detention, the name of the person who has custody over him and
by virtue of what claim or authority, if known.
It may be amended or supplemented as provided in the rules of
procedure applicable to civil actions.
If addressed to the Supreme Court, a justice thereof or a circuit
judge it shall state the reasons for not making application to the
district court of the district in which the applicant is held.
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