198A
In forcePerson in contempt may be detained
Chapter 4Hearings and claims of reasonable excuse, including privilege
Part 3Contempt
198A Person in contempt may be detained
(1)
If the presiding officer expresses an intention at the hearing to certify the contempt in writing to the Supreme Court, the presiding officer may, during the hearing, direct a police officer to detain the person for the purpose of bringing the person before the Supreme Court to be dealt with according to law.
(2)
If the person is detained under subsection (1), the person must be brought before the court as soon as practicable.
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