CRIMINAL CONTEMPT
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Criminal Contempt.
Criminal Contempt - as a noun
An act of disrespect that impedes the administration of justice
Example Sentences
"A judge found him in criminal contempt and sentenced him to 30 days in jail."
"The lawyer was charged with criminal contempt for disrespecting the court."
"The defendant's outrageous behavior led to a charge of criminal contempt."
"The judge warned the witness that any further disruption would result in criminal contempt."
"The lawyer's constant interruptions during the trial were held in criminal contempt."
