# The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, Section 5: Fair criticism of judicial act not contempt

- 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/5/

## Text

A person shall not be guilty of contempt of court for publishing any fair comment on the merits of any case which has been heard and finally decided.

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