Contempt of Court (Pakistan)

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Contempt of Court
Parliament of Pakistan
CitationAct No. VI of 2012
Enacted by Parliament of Pakistan
Enacted12 July 2012
Assented to12 July 2012
Commenced12 July 2012
Status: Unknown

The Contempt of Court in Pakistan refers to actions involving defiance or lack of respect towards a court of law and its officials, demonstrated through behaviors that challenge or undermine the court's authority, fairness, and decorum. The Contempt of Court Act of 2012 is the legislation that governs how courts in Pakistan can utilize their authority to address instances of contempt of court.

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Notable Contempt of Court cases

Punishment

The consequences for contempt of court in Pakistan encompass various penalties, such as incarceration, monetary fines, ineligibility for public office or electoral participation, and dismissal from other positions. As outlined in the Contempt of Court Act of 2012, individuals found guilty of contempt of court can face a sentence of up to six months of simple imprisonment, a fine not exceeding one hundred thousand rupees or both. In cases where an appeal for clemency is declined, these sanctions may be enforced. [5]

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References

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