Judges represent “The Court”
Formal decorum: Often judges wear robes, people often expected to dress well, respond to judge’s requests
Court audience must not disrupt proceedings
Judges are unbiased, fair (rule of law)
Witnesses face perjury
Judge has contempt of court power
Court ruling during a trial or pre-trial hearing
Individual is found to show contempt for the court, its process, or its powers
Failure to obey lttawful order of a court
Sanctions: fine or jail