Writ petitions can seek various types of writs, including:
Writ of Mandamus: Directing a public authority to perform its statutory duties.
Writ of Certiorari: Quashing an administrative or judicial decision.
Writ of Prohibition: Prohibiting a lower court or tribunal from exceeding its jurisdiction.
Writ of Habeas Corpus: Releasing a person unlawfully detained.
Writ of Quo Warranto: Challenging the legality of a person holding public office.