In Re Natin Paul v. the State of Texas

TEXAS COURT OF APPEALS, THIRD DISTRICT, AT AUSTIN NO. 03-23-00160-CV In re Natin Paul ORIGINAL PROCEEDING FROM TRAVIS COUNTY MEMORANDUM OPINION Relator Natin Paul has filed an emergency petition for writs of habeas corpus and mandamus challenging a contempt order issued against him by the district court. For reasons explained below, we will modify the contempt order but will otherwise deny relief. BACKGROUND 1 Paul and several corporate entities that he controls are defendants in ongoing litigation with the Roy F. and JoAnn Cole Mitte Foundation, the Real Party in Interest in this case…