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Civil Contempt of Court<\/h1>\n
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\n By Lyle Therese A. Hilotin-Lee, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Contempt of court refers to actions that either defy a court’s authority, cast disrespect on a court, or impede the ability of the court to perform its function.<\/p>\r\n

This article talks about the intricacies of civil contempt of court. It discusses its difference from criminal contempt and explains its nuances. By looking at its legal implications, the article aims to give you a clear understanding of what civil contempt of court means and its role in the judicial system.<\/p>\r\n

Two Forms of Contempt<\/h2>\r\n

Contempt takes two forms: criminal contempt<\/a> and civil contempt. Actions that one might typically associate with the phrase criminal contempt of court can include:<\/p>\r\n