- The writ of habeas corpus is a command issued by a court to a person who is detaining another person illegally, ordering them to bring the detainee before the court and justify the detention.
- It ensures that a person is not detained illegally or without due process of law.
2. Mandamus:
- The writ of mandamus is issued to a public official or authority, ordering them to perform a specific duty or act that they are legally obligated to do.
- It is used to compel the performance of a public duty that has been neglected or refused.
3. Prohibition:
- The writ of prohibition is issued by a superior court to a lower court or tribunal, ordering them to stop or refrain from taking a specific action that is beyond their jurisdiction or is illegal.
- It is used to prevent the misuse or excess of power by lower courts or tribunals.
4. Certiorari:
- The writ of certiorari is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal, ordering them to send up the records of a specific case for review.
- It is used to ensure that the lower court or tribunal has acted legally and within its jurisdiction.
5. Quo Warranto:
- The writ of quo warranto is issued by a court to a person who is holding a public office or exercising a public function, challenging their right to do so.
- It is used to determine whether the person has been properly appointed or elected to the office and has the legal authority to hold it.
6. Scire Facias:
- The writ of scire facias is issued by a court to a defendant who has failed to comply with a previous court order, summoning the defendant to appear before the court and show cause why they should not be punished for their disobedience.