- In general, Contempt means A manner that is generally disrespectful OR Open disrespect

for a person or thing.

- Thereby Definition of Contempt of court means:

• Disrespect for the rules of a court of law

• Disregard for the authority of the court including committing disorderly behaviour in the
presence of the court

• The willful failure to obey a court’s order or disrespectful or unacceptable behaviour

• Disobedience of the rules, orders or process of a court or gross disrespect to the judge or
officials.