Completing the Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus Form: 1. Print your name and mailing address on the lines provided.The petition must be typed or neatly written, and you must sign and date it under penalty of perjury. A false statement may lead to prosecution. Federal prisoners must file their petitions for habeas corpus within one year of the latest of: The date on which their conviction became final, A verified petition for issuance of a writ of habeas corpus must specify that the petitioner is imprisoned or restrained of the petitioner's liberty. If you apply for a writ of habeas corpus, Nevada law requires that notification be provided to the prosecutor's office in the county where you were arrested. A writ of habeas corpus is a court order mandating an investigation to determine if your detention following an arrest or conviction is legal. A writ of habeas corpus is a court order mandating an investigation to determine if your detention following an arrest or conviction is legal. This Chapter explains an important right—the writ of habeas corpus.
