Abstract:
The Contempt of Court, Tribunal, or Institution Act, No. 8 of 2024 was introduced to
standardise procedures and clarify punitive measures for contempt convictions in Sri Lanka.
However, critical deficiencies persist within the Act, particularly the lack of avenues for judicial
remedies against Supreme Court verdicts on contempt charges, which remains a pivotal
issue. Drawing on comparative analysis with the legal frameworks of the United Kingdom
and India, the research underscores the effectiveness of their review mechanisms in ensuring
accountability and preventing potential miscarriages of justice in contempt convictions.
The research proposes constitutional amendments in Sri Lanka to institute a similar review
mechanism tailored to the nation’s legal landscape. By adopting such provisions, Sri Lanka
can mitigate the risk of miscarriages of justice, uphold judicial integrity, and reinforce public
confidence in the judiciary. This paper examines the feasibility and...
