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What happens if you refuse to stand in court when the bailiff says "all rise"?
So to be more specific, I mean if your just like, I'm going to randomly go sit in and watch some court cases in my community. You are only there on your own recognizance. Literally in there only to not "rise" for the judge, what can happen if I go do this?
3 Answers
- LexieLv 77 years agoFavorite Answer
Technically, you could be cited for contempt, but far more likely you will be ordered to leave the courtroom and will be forcibly removed if you refuse.
- Anonymous7 years ago
Unless you have a good reason, you have just committed contempt of court. If you are lucky they will throw you out. If you are unlucky the judge will impose a fine and lock you up till it is paid.
- TeeknoLv 77 years ago
You could be jailed for contempt of court.
It's not likely, but it's completely legal. A judge has broad powers to fine or jail people who do not follow court decorum.
