Can I appeal a contempt order before going to jail?

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This question has been addressed in 1 Texas court opinion(s), including In re Rigolli. Always monitor the trial court docket during an original proceeding; if the trial court issues an amended order while your habeas petition is pending, the original challenge likely becomes moot, requiring you to file a new or supplemental petition to challenge the revised order.

Contempt Appeals

Can I appeal a contempt order before going to jail?