Evans v. Department of Corrections, Pardon & Parole Commission

Appellant here appeals the dismissal of his complaint for a writ of habeas corpus against the department of corrections, pardon and parole commission, by the circuit court. The essential facts in this cause are not in dispute.

On January 30, 1953, following a conviction for possession of narcotics, plaintiff was sentenced in the recorder’s court of the city of Detroit to Jackson prison for a period of from eight to ten years. In May, 1958, he was placed on parole pursuant to MCLA § 791.236 (Stat Ann 1954 Bev § 28.2306), but was to remain in legal custody of the parole board under MCLA §…