Law Commission consultation on contempt of court

Closes 8 Nov 2024

Chapter 2: The contempt framework (Q 1-2)

Consultation Question 1:

We provisionally propose that a reformed framework for liability for contempt of court should discard the traditional distinction between civil and criminal contempt.

Do consultees agree?

Consultation Question 2:

We provisionally propose that the term “kindred offences” should no longer be used. Instead, conduct currently captured by the term “kindred offences” should be described as contempt.

Do consultees agree?