Contempt

Flint Found in Civil Contempt as Water Line Replacement Milestones Remain Unmet

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Flint, MI – The city of Flint has been held in civil contempt by a federal judge for failing to meet the milestones set for its water service line replacement program. U.S. District Court Judge David M. Lawson made the ruling on Tuesday, March 12, following accusations by groups such as the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) that the city was delaying progress in various aspects of the program. In his order, Judge Lawson stated that the city had failed to comply with the court’s orders and provided no valid reasons for its shortcomings. While … Read more

Trump White House Official Denied Prison Release by Federal Judge in Contempt of Congress Appeal

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WASHINGTON — Former Trump White House official Peter Navarro was denied his request to remain out of prison while he appeals his conviction for contempt of Congress. Navarro was found guilty of refusing to cooperate with an investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol and was sentenced to four months behind bars. He had asked to be free while he fights the conviction in higher courts, but U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta denied the request. Navarro, who served as a White House trade adviser under former President Donald Trump, must now … Read more

Contempt of Court and Disobedient Jurors: Judge Gives Fiery Lecture on Importance of Legal System

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Polson, Montana – Disregarding a court order and a lack of cooperation from jurors prompted Judge Molly Owen to deliver a stern lecture at Polson District Court on January 24th. Numerous individuals were summoned to appear before Judge Owen to explain why they had failed to fulfill their jury duty obligations for a trial scheduled on December 4, 2023. During the hearing, Owen emphasized the significance of jury trials, the crucial role of jurors, and the importance of the legal system. Furthermore, Judge Owen expressed her dissatisfaction with the behaviors of Sunny Katherinne White, 29, … Read more

Supreme Court Reduces Sentence in Contempt of Court Case Against Delhi Lawyer Over Judges’ Remarks

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New Delhi, India – The Indian Supreme Court (SC) has reduced the sentence of a lawyer, Virendra Singh, in a criminal contempt case. The lawyer had made derogatory remarks against judges of the Delhi High Court (DHC). Originally convicted and sentenced to six months in prison and a fine of 2,000 rupees by the DHC, the SC decided to reduce the sentence based on the lawyer’s apology and the period he had already served. In July 2022, Singh filed a plea accusing the DHC judges of acting arbitrarily and favoring the accused illegally. He also … Read more