"Criminal contempt" refers to a serious offense where someone intentionally disrespects or defies the authority of a court. It is when a person acts in a way that obstructs the judicial process or undermines the authority of the court.
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- She is 41 years old and wanted on two city court warrants for failing to appear to answer to charges of criminal contempt. (wxhc.com)
- There is no constitutional right to a jury trial for criminal contempt charges resulting in a sentence of imprisonment of six months or less. (law.stackexchange.com)
- The worst that could happen is losing your real estate license and spending one year in jail in many jurisdictions for criminal contempt charges. (biggerpockets.com)
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