| 单词 | contempt of court |
| 释义 | contempt of courtDefinition Deliberate act intended to (1) lessen the authority or dignity of a court, (2) embarrass, hinder, or obstruct the administration of justice, or (3) disobey a court's lawful order. Contempt of court is a criminal offense punishable by fine and/or imprisonment. Use 'contempt of court' in a SentenceThe man was found in contempt of court because he started to act crazy, with rude gestures and loud yelling, and disrupted the courtroom. The judge warned the man that if he could not control his outbursts, he would hold him in contempt of court. If you find yourself being called before a grand jury you must give honest answers so you don't get charged with contempt of court. |
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