Contempt Of Court Guidelines

Summary

Contempt of court cases in India are governed by the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, which generally requires proceedings to be initiated within one year from the alleged contempt. A notable case is Re: S. Mulgaokar (1978), where the Supreme Court provided guidelines for invoking contempt jurisdiction. For specific case laws or guidelines, consider consulting legal resources or professionals familiar with Indian law.

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i need case law examples for case filed after contempt of court limitation
Hi ****! Contempt of court cases often hinge on specific jurisdictions and timelines. Could you let me know your location or the jurisdiction this case is under? This will help narrow down relevant case law examples for you.
the location is in India
Hi ****! In India, contempt of court cases are governed by the Contempt of Courts Act, *. Here are some key points:
- Limitation Period: Generally, contempt proceedings should be initiated within one year from the date on which the contempt is alleged to have been committed.
- Case Example: In *Re: S. Mulgaokar (*)*, the Supreme Court laid guidelines for invoking contempt jurisdiction.
Would you like more details on specific case laws or guidelines on filing a contempt case?