SAWAYA, J.
We dispel the notion, apparently held by some, that when a petition for writ of habeas corpus is filed challenging the underlying conviction, the petition must in all instances be treated as a motion for post-conviction relief under Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.850 and either granted or denied on the merits. We believe, based on clear precedent from the Florida Supreme Court and the District Courts of Appeal, that it is proper to dismiss a habeas...
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