When high-profile figures, like government officials, face legal scrutiny, you often hear the term "contempt of court." This lesson will show you why defying a judge's order can lead to serious consequences, even for the most powerful.
The name James Boasberg is trending because he's a federal judge involved in a high-profile contempt of court case.
Judge Boasberg recently ordered Attorney General Merrick Garland to appear for a contempt hearing.