criminal contempt
Americannoun
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Either way, the effect of their decision was to free Drew Ensign and his compatriots from further proceedings for criminal contempt.
From Slate • Sep. 13, 2025
Gonzalez Rogers also referred the case to federal prosecutors to investigate whether Apple committed criminal contempt of court for flouting her 2021 ruling.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2025
In the case of criminal contempt, Prof Tsai said the normal course of events would be to refer the issue for prosecution by the justice department, which is run by Attorney General Pam Bondi.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2025
In his ruling, Boasberg found "probable cause" to begin proceedings on criminal contempt charges.
From Salon • Apr. 16, 2025
Did the courts punish these men for criminal contempt?
From Great Fortunes from Railroads by Myers, Gustavus
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