CIVIL CONTEMPT
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Civil Contempt.
Civil Contempt - as a noun
A failure to follow a court order that benefits someone else
Example Sentences
"The judge found the witness in civil contempt for refusing to answer questions."
"The court imposed a fine on the defendant for civil contempt."
"The attorney argued that the alleged violation did not warrant civil contempt."
"The judge warned the parties that further disruptions would result in civil contempt charges."
"The court held a hearing to determine if the defendant should be held in civil contempt."
