A judge from Florida made news several weeks ago after a video of her went viral, that showed her berating a chronically ill defendant in court. The defendant had complained about her breathing difficulties and after the incident with the rude exchange involving the judge took place, the defendant died several days later.
The video went viral because, for many no doubt, it was shocking to see the treatment that was endured by the defendant.
The judge demonstrated extreme impatience, when she interrupted and scolded not only the defendant but the attorneys as well. You can see the footage below.
Prior to the incident taking place, the judge had actually filed her retirement papers and already had plans to leave. It's alleged that she will not be returning to the courthouse. The defendant had been in court because of a family feud and was facing misdemeanor charges.
As well, before the incident had taken place, the defendant also didn't have any record or problems with the police. The reason that she had gotten into trouble, was because she had been charged with allegedly scratching her daughter because they had a disagreement.
It's good to see that she's leaving the court, considering she didn't have the ability to exercise patience with this incident and who knows if there are other similar occasions as well. Just because someone is being charged, doesn't mean that state authorities need to treat them disrespectfully; in a way that's unbecoming of their position.
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Sources:
https://abovethelaw.com/2018/04/florida-judge-berated-sick-woman-who-died-days-later/
http://www.newsweek.com/angry-florida-judge-berates-chronically-ill-defendant-court-who-days-later-896689
https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/florida-judge-won-t-be-back-after-berating-sick-inmate-who-later-died-1.3903184
http://www.miamiherald.com/latest-news/article209496684.html
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good post .....
people play a political role I like, people politics must be good and honest in politics
Waoo vi el video y me sorprendi , buen post ,saludos.
Political people agree to the politics Politics plays a role in protecting the country's self-interest
The matter is very awkward and interesting. I saw the video on both good and bad.
The criminal justice industry at it's finest. No empathy or sympathy, just fines and jail time.
I Think every news should viral when justice Do something bad.
Very fantastic post. The fact that a person is guilty as charged, i think there should still be some respect involved in the way they converse.
The problem is, the human being is. With power, many of us forget about humanity. By taking advantage of our highest position, and considering others inferior, we allow ourselves to be rude and intolerant, just like this judge.
This is a judge operating in what is called "BAD BEHAVIOR." It's a legal term. I'm glad the court of public opinion has something to say about this. Let it be an example to others who sit on the bench: You are NOT above the law.
I am so relieved that this news went viral.
every one has to know this issue when authority, such as
justice go wrong.
In her position she definitely needs to "exercise patience " @doitvoluntarily ! Good thing shes retired now ! upped and resteemed ! 👍✌
I am at a loss for words as to the ugliness one person can inflict on another. So very sad. 🐓🐓
I wonder if it would be possible to allow all court proceedings to be video taped. Since, unfortunately, the government is t likely to dissolve itself and allow us to have a voluntarist non-state, perhaps this would help keep our judicial branch a bit more accountable. Not the most ideal situation, but it might help. Also, how do you upload videos to a post, is it the
or is it different.