Delhi High Court Initiates Criminal Contempt Against Lawyer For Calling Judiciary 'Corrupt'

The Delhi High Court initiated criminal contempt proceedings against a lawyer for publicly alleging large-scale corruption in the judiciary. The Court held that such unsubstantiated remarks scandalise the system and interfere with administration of justice, thus attracting provisions of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971. The order highlights the judiciary’s strict stance on protecting institutional integrity and balancing free speech with the need to maintain public confidence in the courts. The case demonstrates that reckless allegations without evidence will not be tolerated, particularly when made by members of the legal fraternity.