Contempt of Court in Queensland
This factsheet provides information about the risks involved with making public statements or taking actions in relation to ongoing court proceedings.
Summary
Key takeaways
- Contempt of court is the rule that a court may impose a penalty on those who interfere with the administration of justice or disregard the authority of the Court.
- The rule of contempt of court applies to everyone.
- There can be serious penalties imposed for contempt of court.
Key actions
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