# The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, Section 18: Hearing of cases of criminal contempt to be by Benches

- Act: The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 (Act 70 of 1971)
- In force from: 1971-12-24
- Ministry: Ministry of Law and Justice
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/contempt-courts-act-1971/section/18/

## Text

(1) Every case of criminal contempt under section 15 shall be heard and determined by a Bench of not less than two judges. (2) Sub-section (1) shall not apply to the Court of a Judicial Commissioner.

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