Man jailed nine months for contempt of court

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A man has been sentenced on Wednesday, to nine months in prison for contempt of the Criminal Court. Ali Adhuham, of Raiyvilaage, A.A. Thoddoo, was handed the sentence after repeatedly refusing to follow the court’s instructions and speaking disrespectfully during proceedings. The court said he continued to challenge the bench despite repeated warnings. Contempt of court refers to conduct that obstructs the