Section 6 of COC, 1971 : Section 6: Complaint Against Presiding Officers Of Subordinate Courts When Not Contempt

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a lawyer, Mr. Sharma, is representing a client in a district court. After a series of hearings, he feels that the presiding judge has been consistently biased against his client. Mr. Sharma decides to file a complaint detailing his concerns. He submits his complaint in good faith to the High Court, explaining the conduct of the judge and providing evidence for his claims.

In this case, under Section 6 of The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, Mr. Sharma would not be guilty of contempt of court for his statement, as it is made in good faith and is directed towards the High Court which is superior to the district court where the judge presides.