contempt of court
Definition from Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary
Behavior in or out of court that violates a court order, or otherwise disrupts or shows disregard for the court. Refusing to answer a proper question, to file court papers on time, to pay court-ordered child support, or to follow local court rules can expose witnesses, lawyers, and litigants to contempt findings. Contempt of court is punishable by fine or imprisonment.
Definition provided by Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary.
August 19, 2010, 5:13 pm
