People v. Kaeding

Contemnor, attorney Terrence M. Spears, appeals from two trial court orders finding him in direct criminal contempt. We affirm.

The record shows that Spears was representing Gary Kaeding in an indirect criminal contempt proceeding when he was found in contempt. On appeal, Spears’ first argument appears to raise matters relating to this underlying proceeding. For the reasons which follow, we dismiss any arguments regarding that proceeding.

Absent authorization by statute or supreme court rule, a non-final order is not appealable since the reviewing court only has jurisdiction over final…