Subsequently, the Petitioner became aware of newly discovered evidence that establishes his "actual innocence" – the sworn statement of codefendant Stanley. An application for a Writ of Habeas Corpus is filed when a person seeks relief from unlawful detention or imprisonment.This is a petition for a writ of habeas corpus filed on behalf of. To get a writ of habeas corpus, you must file a petition for a civil (not criminal) proceeding in either state or federal court. Citations correspond to references utilized in Appellant's Brief filed in the Court of Criminal Appeals. 2. State habeas subsequent writ: Ex parte Dexter Johnson, No. 1085483-B in the 208th Judicial. Application of Bail Schedule; Request for Departure. Petitioner brings this petition before the Missouri. Amended petition for a writ of habeas corpus, brought to the Superior Court in the judicial district of. Petitioner did not attempt to file collateral challenges to his conviction in state court in the form of petitions for writ of habeas corpus.