When this applies: When someone commits contempt directly in front of the judge during court proceedings, such as disruptive or disrespectful behavior. Who this affects: Anyone present in the courtroom whose behavior constitutes direct contempt. Key points: Summary punishment means the judge can act immediately without a full hearing; the judge must issue a written order describing the contemptuous conduct and the punishment; this applies only to direct contempt that the judge personally witnessed; constructive contempt (disobeying orders outside of court) requires a different procedure under section 588.04.