There are currently 7 names in this directory beginning with the letter H.
Habeas Corpus
Criminal to bring the petitioner before the court to inquire into the legality of his confinement. The writ of Federal habeas corpus is used to test the constitutionality of a state criminal conviction. The writ is used in the civil context to challenge the validity of child custody and deportations.
Habitual Violator
To have committed the same offense three times. Can also be charged as a habitual offender.
Hijacking
To take control of a vehicle by intimidation, force, or threatened force. Also, the theft of goods while in transit, as when transported in trucks.
Homicide
The killing of another human being. Justifiable homicide occurs in cases such as during the enforcement of law, and/or occurs without evil intent. Excusable homicide, may occur by accident or in self- defense. Felonious homicide is the killing of another without justification. This type has two degrees, manslaughter and murder, depending on circumstances or intent. See Manslaughter; Murder.
