Contemnor
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-001244
An individual who has committed an act of contempt of court. This can involve disobeying a court order, disrupting court proceedings, or showing disrespect to the court or its officers. A contemnor may face penalties such as fines or imprisonment, depending on the severity and nature of the contempt.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-001244 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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