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Proving contempt of court in family proceedings

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Published on: 14 June 2013

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Original news
What are the evidential challenges in proving contempt in the family courts?
In what circumstances can’t the court rule on contempt in the absence of the accused?
Are social media-related undertakings becoming more commonplace?
What are the boundaries of reasonableness in relation to undertakings?
What should lawyers take from this case when advising clients?

Article summary

Family analysis: When can the court find contempt in the absence of one party? Jody Atkinson, barrister at St John’s Chambers, takes a look at the challenges of proving contempt in the family courts and the rise of social media related undertakings.

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