Contempt is among the most misinterpreted and misutilised branches of law. Judges must exercise caution before invoking it, since acting contrary to law and binding precedent may itself expose them to liability. Contempt of Court Contempt is among the most misinterpreted and misutilised branches of law. Judges must exercise caution before invoking it, since acting contrary to law and binding precedent may itself expose them to liability. Rashid Khan Pathan Posted on 2 hours ago The taking of cognizance of a frivolous charge of contempt may attract liability under Sections 166, 219,... Read More Read more about Contempt is among the most misinterpreted and misutilised branches of law. Judges must exercise caution before invoking it, since acting contrary to law and binding precedent may itself expose them to liability.