Article

The “Right” to a Disinterested Prosecutor of Criminal Contempt: Unpacking Public and Private Interests

Author: Joan Meier (George Washington University National Law Center)

Abstract

In this Article I argue that, contrary to Justice Blackmun's concurring opinion and the opinions of several state courts, courts should not expand Young to establish a new due process right for criminal contemnors that would bind state courts.

Keywords: Contempt of court, Prosecutors, Criminal procedure -- United States

How to Cite: Meier, J. (1992) “The “Right” to a Disinterested Prosecutor of Criminal Contempt: Unpacking Public and Private Interests”, Washington University Law Review. 70(1).