In re Order of the District Court Issued On January 7, 1987

OPINION

POPOVICH, Chief Judge.

Relator/appellant (appellant) Roger W. Heegaard, attorney for plaintiffs in the underlying action, seeks review by writ of certiorari and appeal of an oral order declaring a mistrial and requiring payment of court costs, attorney fees and witness’ expenses. Appellant claims the oral order is reviewable because it is essentially an adjudication of criminal contempt against him. We disagree and therefore discharge the writ of certiorari and dismiss this appeal.

FACTS

The underlying litigation arose out of a personal injury action. Appellant Hee-gaard represented…