Legal update
Published
15 Oct 2026
Source date
15 Oct 2026
Bombay High Court convicts two advocates of criminal contempt for threatening judge
Why it matters
The Bombay High Court has held two advocates guilty of criminal contempt for threatening a judge, observing that an apology cannot serve as a weapon of defence. The Court imposed a fine of ₹2,000 and costs of ₹50,000 on each contemnor, while referring the matter to the Bar Council for further action.
Key points
- The Bombay High Court convicted two lawyers of criminal contempt for threatening a judge.
- The Court observed that an apology is not a weapon of defence.
- Both advocates were fined ₹2,000 and ordered to pay costs of ₹50,000 each.
- The matter was referred to the Bar Council for disciplinary action.
What changed
Two advocates were convicted of criminal contempt, penalised with fines and costs, and referred to the Bar Council for disciplinary action.
Who it affects
The two convicted advocates and the relevant Bar Council.
Jurisdiction
Bombay High Court
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