ACCC takes second contempt action against Sensaslim director

The ACCC has commenced proceedings against Peter O'Brien alleging contempt of court.

Mr O'Brien is the sole director of Sensaslim Australia Pty Ltd, in liquidation.

The ACCC alleges that Mr O'Brien authored or authorised communications sent on 13 August 2011 and 16 August 2011 that had a tendency to interfere with the administration of justice.

The ACCC is seeking a declaration, penalties and costs against Mr O'Brien.

Previously, on 29 July 2011 the ACCC instituted contempt proceedings against Peter O'Brien, alleging that Mr O'Brien authored or authorised a communication sent to franchisees of Sensaslim which had a tendency to interfere with the administration of justice.