Criminal Procedure Code · Updated to 1 May 2023 · Chapter XXXVI · Directions of the Nature of a Habeas Corpus
365. Power of High Court to make certain orders
Feedback & supportThe High Court may whenever it thinks fit direct—
Court
Defined · s 2
“Court” means the High Court, a Sessions Court, or a Magistrate’s Court of any class, as the context may require;
(a)
that any person who:
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(i)
is detained in any prison within the limits of Malaysia on a warrant of extradition whether under the
Extradition Act 1992 [Act 479]; or
(ii)
is alleged to be illegally or improperly detained in public or private custody within the limits of Malaysia, be set at liberty;
(b)
that any defendant in custody under a writ of attachment be brought before the Court to be dealt with according to law.