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The three categories of legal issues mentioned are contempt of court, libel/slander, and resistance to order.

a) Contempt of court refers to the act of disobeying or disrespecting a court of law during a trial or hearing. This can include refusing to testify, interrupting the proceedings, or publishing information that could prejudice a trial. b) Libel and slander are types of defamation, which is a statement that damages a person's reputation. Libel is written defamation, while slander is spoken. To prove defamation, a person must show that a false statement was made, it caused harm, and it was published (in the case of libel) or spoken (in the case of slander) to a third party. c) Resistance to order generally refers to the act of refusing to comply with a lawful order given by a law enforcement officer or other authority. This could include refusing to leave a property during an eviction, or resisting arrest.

a) Contempt of court can result in fines, imprisonment, or both. The severity of the punishment will depend on the nature and circumstances of the contempt. b) Libel and slander can result in civil lawsuits, where the person harmed by the defamation seeks damages. If found liable, the person who made the defamatory statement may have to pay substantial monetary damages. In some cases, defamation can also be a criminal offense, resulting in fines or imprisonment. c) Resistance to order can result in criminal charges, including resisting arrest, obstructing justice, or even assaulting an officer. These charges can result in fines, imprisonment, or both.