In Ex parte Thurston, 17 Haw. 639, a habeas corpus matter before Chief Justice Frear, it was held that, before a person may be sentenced for contempt of court, it must appear that such person has been convicted of contempt, the learned chief justice saying, "It nowhere appears that the petitioner was convicted of contempt.
Summary of this case from Vares v. VaresNO. 1110930
06-15-2012
Ex parte Thurston Baynes
Disposition: Certiorari denied.
In Ex parte Thurston, 17 Haw. 639, a habeas corpus matter before Chief Justice Frear, it was held that, before a person may be sentenced for contempt of court, it must appear that such person has been convicted of contempt, the learned chief justice saying, "It nowhere appears that the petitioner was convicted of contempt.
Summary of this case from Vares v. VaresFull title:Ex parte Thurston Baynes
Court:Supreme Court of Alabama.
Date published: Jun 15, 2012
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