Writs of habeas corpus, 1804-1825.

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Writs of habeas corpus, 1804-1825.

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This series consists of writs of habeas corpus and returns thereto filed apparently in Supreme Court Clerk's office in Albany. Almost all the writs concern defendants imprisoned under civil process. However, a few writs from 1804-1806 and one from 1825 concern defendants in criminal cases.

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New York (State). Supreme Court of Judicature (Albany)

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