Judge Greets Classmate Leaving Jail After Recognizing Him in Court

[@IamCooper-rk5bn]

He’s crying because he realizes just how far he has fallen and what he could have become. I wish you well and rooting for your success.

[@saashi2482]

Ikrr

[@kusemeSundayTv]

So touching

[@vtggas_2958]

So touching

[@himurakenshin8054]

That is good which has to happen in everyones life that realization of what you can do if u just put your mind,spirit and your body into it.. finally he has the ability to overcome the mountain....and deserve to have a house in the beach( if he likes it hahaha)

[@punam8389]

St.John acedemy

[@pandassudsnshine4125]

She let him know the real him that he once lost. She saved him.

[@Absolutepower7]

Damn that comment was so real. Respect man ✊🏾

[@GY-hd4br]

Yeah right he will be in jail in another year

[@Noor-pu4vw]

Flat Top what makes u say that?

[@justinp3345]

Striking resemblance to my story

[@swenett1308]

Yes that was classic of her.

[@paulhogans3192]

That judge probably saved that man's life! He seemed genuinely touched that someone remembers him as a decent person that lost his way. I hope he gets his life together.

[@aadityamangalam394]

zan zy was that done on purpose or accidentally?

[@jopan6736]

@zan zy you wrote "sounds about white"

[@ninja1676]

That man wouldn't let her down for what they had together in the past.

[@orangeTadpole]

Nobody else like this comment! It has 777 likes!

[@miladinborovic3288]

🤗

[@herryvaliant7689]

A judge that is not afraid to associate herself with a jail timer. She is humble and respectful as a law enforcer and a human being. Sets such a good example

[@collgoff]

Maybe that judge should be part of the supreme court justice.

[@deadies]

@@collgoff 🤓

[@sonkunip1949]

Well tbf she doesnt see him as a jail timer. She sees him as an old friend

[@perfectionbarberallenallen3041]

Amen

[@spage6712]

True, but she still wasn't to fond of him touching her. That left hand tap. Lol

[@momiaw]

She probably freaking gave him back his soul and his life, and all you talk about is how she hugs? Ridiculous.

[@malachicoleman1463]

momiaw His soul? Foh.

[@RealSupaHotFireVEVO]

+Malachi Coleman Lol I know right?

[@ladyazalea3710]

Yes this judge will most probably make this man a better person

[@kezkn]

momiaw kisses to you for being nice and straight about her here...

[@TashWigley]

*Mark Simmons* Would love to know how you know OP's race lmao

[@youxarexmyxsunshine]

She’s so respectful of him. She used the term “sir” instead of “him”

[@Astrothunder_]

All judges address you as sir. Hell even judge Judy refers to men as sir (unless they act like a jackass)

[@92GreyBlue]

Summer.. She is a judge and has to remain professional.. She can't be buddy buddy with someone just because she knew them before.. That wouldn't convey equality and fairness to all those who didn't know her when they were younger so she has to convey a degree of impartiality toward his friendship considering what position she has in the court. Don't be so quick to JUDGE xD lol sorry I couldn't resist.

[@jonnyyy.1386]

Alot of boomers here huh?

[@92GreyBlue]

Oh wow I thought this comment said DISrespectful.. Hence, my first comment on this thread lol

[@youxarexmyxsunshine]

tehfluffynuts That’s true...must be really embarrassing for him and maybe guilt too. Though, sometimes, the world is not as vast as it made out to be. It can be a small world. The way they coincidentally ended up “meeting” each other was on bad time.

[@jessekurtz6560]

Final point. She didn’t even sentence him. She had to defer the case because she cared about him. She still came to visit him on release anyway. She’s just a good person. I respect her immensely.

[@gregwilliams1879]

Well I'm sure she deferred the case because of legal reasons and conflict of interest. You can't really sentence someone that you know personally on that level cause bias comes into play. It has nothing to do about her caring for him. If she didn't know him from Adam and cared about his well being she could of carried out the sentence.

[@shania-antonio6425]

@@gregwilliams1879 So youre saying its not a biased decision? truly asking

[@yapiolanda]

Jesse Kurtz in other words, Arthur Booth SUPRRISE :D - Judge Mindy Glazer

[@rogerrabbit2902]

@@gregwilliams1879 That's why connections is important is life. You could be a PHD Master graduate from Harvard and have 10,000 of Degrees but if you don't know how to socialise and you don't know anyone, you won't make it far in life. This is the perfect example of why having connections is important.

[@hansjiang373]

@@rogerrabbit2902 Excuse me, what is a Phd master graduate?

[@atsusa]

She truly cared for him. What a great example to the community. She is so humble and respectful. We truly need people like her. Kudos to her

[@futureearsnosethroatsurgeon]

There's nothing like a successful person telling an unsuccessful person to behave, on TV. It's good for the ego 😅

[@L-po8rx]

And now he's a manager at a pharmaceutical company. He got help for gambling addiction and now lives a clean life. He credits the judge for helping him turn his life around. He realised what his life could have been at the moment he recognised her. He said its never too late to start again

[@10054]

@@futureearsnosethroatsurgeon Oh my god, can you stop finding reasons to be mad omfg just go away this is supposed to be a happy story.

[@GiaBao-gr2zd]

@@futureearsnosethroatsurgeonwhat's wrong with you :)) she could have choose to silent and let it slide

[@futureearsnosethroatsurgeon]

@@GiaBao-gr2zd I am only joking

[@jayybird1]

What matters is after 10 months she remembered and TOOK TIME from HER schedule to go see him being released

[@adriantate7582]

Sure, Gaybird.

[@lutaik9270]

@@adriantate7582 lol

[@DanielMartinez-gz5ou]

@zan zy I mean if I heard it exploded on social media and just got out of jail. It may be a chance at a fresh beginning. I may get hired because of all the fame. But that's my opinion

[@sterlingsilver5937]

It's a kind gesture but let's remember that she's person like the rest of us. It was a reunion of two people who knew each other from the past.

[@newsmansuper2925]

Yeah that's respect. Props to the Judge.

[@xianchen1935]

The first "Oh my goodness" is him realizing, it is a classmate The second "Oh my goodness" is him realizing, what situation they're in The third and rest of them, is his feeling of guilt, shame and sadness...

[@unknownymousbiatch9187]

And Major Flashbacks

[@swifty6759]

Very perceptive👍

[@MachaawazSICARII215]

On spot analysis

[@a55tech]

i thought it was just a lack of vocabulary

[@joiebonheur4861]

Good student

[@ChenLiYong]

The fact that she remember the day of his release and present herself there has already spoken much that she cares about him as her former classmates. Who cares with the hugging?? Geez!

[@fungalmasterpiece4114]

but its a T-rex hug though. how can we not care about that?

[@ChenLiYong]

Mery Love it's just the matter of where you put your magnifying glass on.

[@Capcoor]

Very good point.

[@xDarkstar1]

Or publicity possibly ??

[@corneliusboza6573]

+Mery Love t rex hug?that was funny.hahaha

[@K-Choi]

The fact that she said “I wonder what happened to him” meaning she still thought about him from time to time and wanting to know whether he was successful in life is just heartwarming and very thoughtful of her.

[@f.i.l.d.e.p.s]

because the guy was a genius. best in math and a very good kid, definitelty known and nautilus is one of the best schools that cater for bright students

[@wonphi]

He had aspirations on becoming a neurosurgeon at the time.

[@mamamia7686]

he's a manager at a pharma company now. what a comeback

[@s.oliver5357]

I love her ❤😂 seems a very humble soul 😊❤

[@juleicyarguello-ov2rq]

❤​@@s.oliver5357

[@trophyroom3054]

Just checked the prison records...he hasn’t been back since!

[@dearjosieb]

That’s awesome to hear, she probably motivated him to do better

[@haigplague]

Man thats fantastic!

[@hi-yz5rh]

Ohhh sought for this comment, thank you...

[@mr.ghidorah4202]

Fantastic! Hope he stays out and and have a better life.

[@anthonypoff7815]

Stories like these can be very inspiring for anyone at any point in their life.

[@missayawk]

She could've just ignored his name even it she was 100% sure it was him, but SHE DIDN'T.She gave him hope by letting him and others know, that at one time in life he was a good kid and that goodness is still in him.Because at his core/ foundation he IS a good person.I wish him well.Thanks Judge Mindy for giving this man hope

[@yuckfou514]

And he was a promising student at that. Imagine what his life would be if he didn't got addicted to drugs and fell in the life of crime.

[@stephanieribak1727]

❤️

[@sharonbeckerle8735]

This judge is very special.

[@bentoefrem1993]

Perfectly said!!!Thx judge Mindy!!!

[@Ugh718]

U mean that OH MY GOODNESS lol

[@CCJJ160Channels]

She honestly seems like a wonderful human being.

[@tromboner6061]

I bet she is an outstanding wife n mother, and has high morals. She is ❤️

[@collt091]

Absolutely

[@paokarapaok1777]

She saved a life

[@broncotrolly]

She hugged him like he had a disease

[@CCJJ160Channels]

@@broncotrolly eh, not everyone is a hugger

[@randylalrinsanga3078]

The judge telling the others that he was the nicest kid in the school while he cried brought tears to my eyes.

[@melize7035]

Sometimes all it takes is for someone to remind you of who you were as a child. 😭😭😭😭

[@plasticflashlight3039]

MélissaEnvy damn that’s a heavy statement. ❤️ So true.

[@shadow_of_thoth]

I thought the world revolved around me as a child.

[@jayjaycaracas413]

So true, I was a good kid in school and through situations I went through like being jumped a few times and my broken home changed me and I went down a dark path. I become a criminal and had a massive chip on my shoulder. One day my older sister sat me down and reminded me of the good boy i was and it really hit home. Am that nice boy again 😀 thank God 🙏🏽this had me crying lol

[@formicidaeinc.8075]

I was so much worse as a kid than I am now

[@jayjaycaracas413]

Formicidae Inc. 😀

[@johnwick6559]

The hug was awkward. But it's given that she is there on a professional level as the judge who gave him the sentence. It's just normal.

[@msbeautyboss3784]

A hug can cause lawsuits.

[@88RISINGupdate]

I think its just normal hug for old classmates what is wrong with these people

[@maankaannaoluuwwa7097]

@Nate Conner I get it right 👍👍👍

[@probablecausetocheckhard-drive]

she's trying to hold back her emotions I'm sure.

[@probablecausetocheckhard-drive]

@Nate Conner she's a person of colour dummy

[@chix25]

The nicest and the best kid in middle school. Just a sheep gone astray. This is a good example for parents to continually guide your children.

[@jnmc-sx1oy]

Maybe they hit him or they be to firm with him.... sometimes is got with mental health

[@Lauren-vd4qe]

HIS DECISION to do stupid unlawful things, hes now back in jail on robbery chgs.

[@naukumaija7056]

This is so painful. I checked his records, it's been 6 years so this release since he's been back. I think this might've actually truly been life-changing for him. And who knows what circumstances drove him into those decisions, we'll probably never know. I hope he's doing well.

[@zammmerjammer]

He had people waiting for him when he got out of prison, so hopefully he has some support to get back on his feet.

[@Philmaster07]

he is now even a manager for a pharma company... i mean THAT is a story of success

[@gala_pi]

@@Philmaster07 How do you know?

[@artix123456789]

@@Philmaster07 how do you know

[@Philmaster07]

@@artix123456789 there is an article

[@tomanderson3279]

I don't see ANY comments criticizing that hug, but I read 35 saying we shouldn't be criticizing that hug.

[@emergematic9048]

You got it right I had criticism of the big but twenty comments down they say don't judge her hug lol you funny

[@Oren0614]

Lmao

[@Oren0614]

@Simply Gem so what? Maybe she doesnt like hugging people

[@THEEck5000]

It's like The Onion videos were ppl say 'I cant believe ppl think this is real'..no one ever does. Ppl just say that.

[@abeeshaw]

😅😅😅😅😅

[@You-ul8ku]

He wasn't crying because she recognised him ,he was crying because right at that moment he realised what he had become

[@BJ-zd2or]

And I hope he can find a better future.

[@immortalxd6190]

@@BJ-zd2or yes mate

[@alexbrestowski4131]

Probably reminded him of being an innocent child and joys that come with that. Very sad 😞

[@KoiYakultGreenTea]

Probably a long time since someone didn’t treat him like trash and expected the worst of him. He was back when he had a bright future and then y were kids

[@criticalone3887]

I've seen this video a couple months back and saw your comment. Now that I've rewatched it, your comment was the first thing that came to my mind. What a great message.

[@tannn_06]

What weird is that he came out looking healthier and glowing.

[@gambu4810]

The abuse of tax payers money, I'm outside and I'm not as healthy as that guy.

[@ayoiawe]

@@gambu4810 Do you know the food they serve in jail?

[@ayoiawe]

That's could be because he freshened up, had time to really think of his actions and how to change.

[@sarnathkerala8160]

Judge inspired him n valued him kind words ppl kind words

[@skinsciencebymira]

They mention he’s an addict. So that means he’s likely been clean the last 10 months vs using like in the first hearing so he’s going to look much healthier as a result. Good for him.

[@MultiMeshell]

Some times it only takes one person to make a difference in someone’s life. She made that difference. Bless them both.

[@wwilliams3278]

The judge is fully aware that it is a conflict of interest to have physical contact with a person standing before her court. She handled the situation professionally and humanely at the same time!

[@geoffpoole483]

Exactly! Imagine if she'd given him a high five or kissed him and he appeared in her court again.

[@hotmess2766]

@@geoffpoole483 😅 she'll be like 'Oh you again. Don't bother with the greetings"

[@hotmess2766]

@Rudraksh Tiwari hahaha true 😆🤣

[@amardeepsingh7156]

Well said sir......

[@yb4946]

*Hot* *Mess* UT Ddhgvx vghh😘❤️❤️😊😊💕💕💕😔😘😘🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄

[@manzarjamal7656]

The judge is awesome! Her Respectful attitude and professionalism is great.

[@jmxd3303]

Malang Mizaaj I think she loves him or used to

[@Digital_Flayer]

Bango Wambo or she’s just a good person

[@jmxd3303]

GhostFace _ no she loves him

[@SandStormXII]

Oh my goodness

[@dennisszadeczky5403]

What means rescpect?

[@xzxedge]

They must have had a really good friendship. I can't even remember anyone that special from my middle school lol.

[@MissAki1]

Lol

[@daffneycinny]

Aw, I remember everyone!

[@iamsalley]

Really? We love each other

[@aamilaltaf1404]

Well I’m still in middle school so I know most people

[@5Stxrspinna]

They must’ve had a thing for each other

[@superp2222]

Apparently this guy is now working as a manager for a pharmaceutical company. Bravo!

[@shanya49]

Praise God

[@columbusohio72]

Selling drugs you say

[@xXLuckyJeroXx]

@@columbusohio72 Shut up.

[@JeyC_]

​@@columbusohio72 why break the mood 😂

[@aluvasquez2137]

Yes, and is doing well.

[@jamieldn]

I'm sure the hug would have been different if the camera weren't there. It's an awkward situation for a judge. Pretty sure they care about each other deeply.

[@malachicoleman1463]

Jamie City Deeply? Eh. They were just middle school classmates and haven't seen each other in years.

[@marysmedicinepowerinloving3297]

Malachi Coleman I care about people I went to grade school with even though we don't stay in contact

[@abhidelhi1]

before writing anything just improve your brain man

[@obinnamartins2534]

+abhinandan kumar you're right man

[@birdangel21]

Jamie City yes ! I agree! She wanted to be a friend but still professional . It’s the camera .

[@lmarshell7228]

Forget how she hugs at least she recognized him and spoke highly of him some people u go to school with act like they don't even know u.

[@newvick06]

So right 😎

[@TheMuzikall]

So true...she could have pretended she has never seen him before...but she reached out from the bench and was there 10 months later to remind him He is on her radar...the way the guy cried in court..I can't see him straying again

[@geoffpoole483]

Despite recognising him she has to maintain a degree of professional distance. I hope the guy's doing well.

[@pinkbeatle2012]

@Ronnie Bora I hate people who do that.

[@foureyedman8224]

Agree

[@v4raziel]

Powerful message.. Forget about the hug. DON'T LET US DOWN. every one deserve the second chance..

[@adude3812]

true true

[@Christopher-o_O]

Not everyone, no. But a lot of people do.

[@champtouch3298]

True!!

[@derickbrown4014]

クリストファー exactly what I was gonna say

[@LKBeatbox]

Not everyone!

[@stimihendrix3404]

“dont let me down” “i promise not to” August 27, 2024: *Arthur Booth was back in court Tuesday morning to face additional charges after his arrest the week prior; he’s accused of going on a burglary and robbery spree in Miami and Hialeah. Authorities said the victims were seniors.*

[@sameeknowsitall]

😂

[@Lauren-vd4qe]

hes such a LIAR!!

[@davidlai4246]

Bro failed to grasp his 2nd chance, sad story...

[@ruuuuudooooolph]

Stop judging the judge by her hug.

[@turtlenoodle7395]

But what about the judge who's judging the guy who got judged in the judge judging jduge?

[@apenafitshop3022]

***** wtf is a pat. Eglish???

[@trigjosh]

I hope that they go on to be good friends.

[@danny_boys3471]

Can you blame a white woman for having reservations against hugging a black convicted felon?

[@GAZAMAN93X]

TrigJosh I doubt it. :(

[@nathanielbuettner2163]

Who else came here after seeing the first video that youtube recommended

[@DLJohnsonHonourofKings]

Yep. Then someone mentioned this one. Can't believe how long ago it was. Why show it in feeds now?

[@draxthedestroyer3384]

@@DLJohnsonHonourofKings Cuz thats what KZbin does.

[@DLJohnsonHonourofKings]

@@draxthedestroyer3384 True. I have had feeds from several years back.

[@davidellis5141]

Me as well !

[@polog3261]

Nebuejin me

[@fredmac8247]

He was the kid everybody like. But he was embarrassed to see a old classmate see him like that. They took two different paths in life. Hopefully he'll get his life back on track maybe thats what he needed seeing her brought back flood of memories from his child hood. Hopefully that do the trick.

[@numberedntmhsarmy7178]

It was probably alot harder for him being a black man n all

[@fredmac8247]

@@numberedntmhsarmy7178 sorry about that cannot denie.

[@numberedntmhsarmy7178]

@@fredmac8247 🤲🏾🙏🏾

[@sergeanttower7291]

deny!?

[@tom1839]

He wasn't embarrassed he was shocked not knowing she was his old ckassmate

[@LifeofPani]

Omg, choked me up, this is the kind of judges we need, empathetic and well-meaning people ❤️

[@tiffanycotton4616]

Yes we do need more judges like that. My son broke into a house when he was 14 and the judge gave him 12 yrs in prison. He did his time in juvenile until 18 and is now serving the rest of his sentence in prison. Broke my heart. I read and seen murderers do less time.

[@LifeofPani]

@@tiffanycotton4616 OMG, I'm so sorry to hear that 😳 can't imagine the grief that has caused you. This type of behavior from our youth is a cry for help and needs to be attended to with help and care not brute force of punishment. Such a shame. Sad, truly sad that we haven't managed to create better ways to deal with conflict yet, I mean we been around long enough.

[@BennyOhorella]

@@LifeofPani why do mean it's cry for help? cry help by doing crime?

[@keeppdreamingg2982]

You can tell by this man's stance and then later by his reaction when confronted by the judge, he's likly not the common trouble maker but may have fell on hard times and made bad decisions. He has a tough journey ahead with a record but I hope it works out for him.

[@79agp]

Keepp Dreamingg Me too I take pleasure in seeing people do good. There is so much negativity in the world so I'll rejoice in good when I see it.

[@personincognito3989]

Well she did tell him to stay clean

[@gabrielmayorga4795]

Keepp Dreamingg: He has stayed clean, actually. im glad

[@PeopleHealthTru]

See Mr. Booth's family. Just Mom no Dad. That's the reason the nicest kid became a criminal - raised by a solo mom who probably kicked his nice Dad to the street.

[@gabrielmayorga4795]

@@PeopleHealthTruyoure probably right. Thats probably the worst thing that ever came out of the Civil Rights era. Western households got ruined. And people have lost their morals because of it

[@buffalony20]

She gave my man that "AIIGHT NIGGA YOU TOO CLOSE" hug

[@automatik25]

+Niagara Fluke lol, exactly what I was thinking. I also was thinking maybe she was like "all these cameras on me, I can't be huggin this nigga to affectionately"

[@jbyrd0321]

fr though😂😂

[@NinaHYahallo]

LMAO

[@Joactah77]

+Niagara Fluke Haha!! I saw that too. Like, "Okay, now we're done."

[@BrotherLeon2010]

+Niagara Fluke LOL!!!

[@princessgold1997]

This makes me teary. You can see the impact her asking if they knew eachother had on him. I really believe he will try to turn his life around, all because of that question. If not will some people just can't change, but I think he will.

[@mudchair16]

+Teela Louise HE GON' TURN HE LYF AROUND. GOIN' TA COLLEGE. WE WUZ KANGZ!

[@twilit]

“DONT LET US DOWN” damn! She’s seeet but not afraid to be tough as well. Real authority- loving motivating but not willing to let people off the hook from being what the could be.

[@mauricewalker283]

Her words about him was stronger and more powerful than a hug who cares she spoke highly of him and in court she didn't act like she didn't know him speaks volumes of her character

[@IntheMOMENT22173]

I noticed the hug as well. Honestly, she strikes me as someone who is a bit serious and maybe a little reserved by nature. She probably hugs everybody like that..lol Another thing...just because she knew this man in grade school doesn't mean he is the same person he was back then. He could have stalkerish tendencies or may get a little too close. So, she still needs to maintain a certain amount of boundaries considering the position she is in. I think she handled herself well. Honestly, I think it was great of her to even acknowledge him, because she didn't have to.

[@nicholassaville1933]

Wow... go back to teaching art. Keep your feelings in your 'work". Sincerely a non bigot artist.

[@AlexSDU]

Aye, agree. Not everyone a hugger.

[@chinazi6608]

She is just being professional, considering how a 'normal' hug could be perceived as a sign of giving preferential sentence to her classmate.

[@Jenw.]

No. You make no sense at all

[@MsSuckmynutz]

@@nicholassaville1933 ur a bit of a pylon eh

[@tonythompson4141]

who cares about a hug she was there with his family to greet him when he got out

[@xaviergutu153]

For the camera

[@presidenttnediserp428]

@Tony Thompson 🙋🏿‍♂️ I care. Any more questions?

[@crimsontide9532]

What is she walked up and they started doing the dougie and nae nae !!

[@HappyBirthday0707]

You could honestly see the happiness in his face when he recognised an old friend. His immediate instinct must have been to go hug her, ask her how she’s been, catch up on life. But he realised real quick the position he was in and that that wasn’t an option, hence the heartbreak. Really hope this guy got good and turned his life around. Underneath whatever bad he’s done, there’s a good soul.

[@paulden3158]

He seems like a good guy who just made bad decisions. I have a feeling he'll stay on a better path from here on out.

[@dersonkhongsai]

she's an angel,so humble and lovely towards his old friend, and even called him sir❤️❤️

[@jackspade7234]

Well, according to the good book, angels get you out of jail not put you in.

[@anshchauhan456]

@@jackspade7234 she put in jail... Bcoz of the drug cases and at that duration his drug addiction to be removed

[@lagrangiankid378]

@@jackspade7234 jail isn't necessarily a punishment. Jail time is only a punishment in developing countries. In the developed world jail is a form of rehabilitation too.

[@shania-antonio6425]

@@jackspade7234 Its her profession and prison can be rehabilitating too like the person above me said. Also i doubt Derson is refererring to literal angel from religions lol

[@bentoefrem1993]

Perfectly said!!!

[@amadeomodigliani9732]

Being only classmates and for her to recognize him after all those years, I have to believe that he was a good kid. I'm rooting for him to now be a good adult and to show the good that she and probably others saw in him. He looks different already for sure. I don't think I could recognize any classmates from middle school. I don't even think I could recognize anyone from college. But that's probably because I didn't go to college.

[@amadeomodigliani9732]

@Shirl Zitting haha I know. I was just trying to be funny. But like you said she probably recognized the name and then she asked him and based on his reaction she knew it was him. And also based on that reaction, we know he recognized her too. Because after she asked, that's when he really looked at her. I hope he turned his life around. He looked sincere to me. And the the judge is cute you're right and I'm going to say she seems like a good human being too.

[@KARTIKEYA007]

@@amadeomodigliani9732 she actually clearly said that "he was the nicest kid in school"

[@AyaanMohsin-n3h]

this aged him very well

[@uasakura]

Alot of emotions went through that guy's mind. The joy of seeing a childhood friend, then realisation of the current situation, then the shame of seeing the difference between them. Finally the reminder of what he could have been and someone truly remembers him as a nice person. Really hope this guy can turn around and stay out of trouble

[@jakestone31]

Exactly. I think it sort of scared/shocked him straight. And helped because she was kind.

[@jojopoquiz7189]

The judge simply displayed a heart full of hope and humility. More of her in our society makes better lives for people that needs second chances

[@lovely31bluprint]

She have giving him so much support to show up at his release. Sometimes in life things happens to us. Where we need to get help from those to get us back on track.

[@KARTIKEYA007]

Your the only intelligent karen

[@eddyvideostar]

Dear KA: Everyone who watches this should be tearing up with moisture from eyes ready to touch their cheek; as we meditate with *meaningful* emotion: motivating and maneuvering this malfeasant mister into a much better mindset, as this is the guarantee of one less man going back to whence he came. His heart is growing out of his soul.

[@ladytee5201]

Yes this is so true. It's what we do with this opportunity is what matters

[@IsaiasMendozaAlejk]

“everyones hoping next time they meet is in a classroom and not a court of law” this aged well LMAOO😂😂😂

[@MYK-1999]

She is an honoured human being and right to be a judge, judiciary needs such as people like her. this is a great admiration.

[@kulwant747]

Needed in India

[@jojogoldenwind6096]

@natty nate Haitian Zulu warrior spirit how do you know that ?

[@diminuendo61]

@natty nate Haitian Zulu warrior spirit What an idiot

[@dterrence]

needed in the PH

[@Anti-McDojo]

@@dterrence, may mga huwes sa bayan natin na gaya nya. Huwag ka mag-alala bro.

[@turmat01]

That was such a crazy moment... At first he was just hyped when he recognised her, but a split second later, he realises the situation he's in and shame hits him super hard... I'm sure her kind words that day motivated him to re-become a good person and probably changed his life!

[@litandas570]

That would be so embarrassing for him if he find her again in the court.

[@chiefdvm1671]

Wow

[@noxvalhalla1369]

😆

[@jacknguyen5677]

Ian Lucas Santos César sure, why not? It might takes sometimes for him to get through all the schooling

[@nunalol465]

It happens for a reason

[@jimmymtange9304]

Sure, that is the hard part, keeping clean

[@achichachi8825]

She’s professional yet empathetic. Great judge. Happy she was able to have a intense impact.

[@jeremyjohnson7676]

She really cared about him because she knew he have a good heart. This judge is full of love.

[@Oo7Hola]

This was beautiful. I love stories like this. Wish the news would show more of this so humanity could have less anxiety

[@tinyspeaker]

She's a cool judge and clearly a normal human being.

[@lollic307]

This is wonderful

[@heylove9443]

Yes I like her already,

[@dahasolomon7314]

why do i feel like this is a snarky comment on her hugging skills? xD

[@tinyspeaker]

@@dahasolomon7314 lol nah, it's just nice to see a judge, someone who's above the average person in a lot of ways, just be totally normal. It's just nice.

[@tgmidaz223]

Shes a special woman not normal not all judges care like her I luv this judge and can tell she's a fantastic woman

[@alxtruj2k]

I'm here because he got into trouble... again🤦

[@VraithCow]

Yep 😐

[@migdaliadejesus]

and faced this same judge… again

[@patchwicked]

What a let down

[@MannyXj1]

I was initially feeling like she gave him a 'you're below me' hug, but after analyzing the video, I think it was just an awkward hug. He surprised her with the sudden motion to hug and by the time she committed, his arms were already already around her and she got stuck in an awkward position and tried to make the most of it. It's like when you motion to shake someone's hand and they grab your hand too low and shake your fingers but you just go with it any way.

[@MannyXj1]

A man is supposed to go low when hugging a woman but he went high. Her natural response was probably to go high but she was caught off guard when he didn't go low and she got stuck.

[@bated_8247]

Kawalski Analysis

[@naturallyfree376]

MannyXj1 exactly how hard was tht to see

[@JohnSmith-fq7hj]

Ahh the ol fingertip hand shake lol iv been known to "lets try that again" to get a good firm 1 in there lol

[@HANDOLOH]

Very observant!

[@joejoerunya8908]

She had to hug him like that because of optics. She’s still a judge, and he broke the law. It would be a bad look

[@TheGeorgeous]

I felt the same way Joe. It was protocols showing up.

[@joejoerunya8908]

Blake T well that’s not a judge that could’ve given you jail time. People could’ve perceived it as favoritism

[@NoWeedDrinkSexFapping]

Oh yeah, like the judge that hug Amber Guyer.

[@jamesturner6949]

JoeJoeRunya word

[@Omegagaming123]

Still a judge yea, but shes not in uniform... soooooo yea..🙄

[@ericbrufatto5371]

He wanted to disappear, crawl in a hole, he was so embarrassed, "the best kid in middle school"... a good wake-up call for him.

[@bolajiaiyegboyin3579]

Bro, sometimes we need to be disgraced to buckle up.humans need problems to find solutions.

[@alexjames1681]

@@bolajiaiyegboyin3579 or sometimes just a reminder that one mistake can't take the best of you and you can still be a nice human being ma man.... There's always a second chance.

[@statechamp3465]

Yup

[@phiter]

Man he smiles for a second there after he recognizes her and then immediately remembers the situation they're in and he just breaks down. This is really sad, I hope he's living a better life nowadays.

[@tobydanger86]

He is great now

[@marys3127]

Sometimes, just reminding a person of the good things you saw in them is enough to spark a turn-around if it is is genuine and said with compassion. Way to go.

[@theinfamousninapink]

That's so true

[@jamesross1798]

As a jailer, I conducted headcounts of about 40 former classmates. I hope this guy really turns his life around👍

[@beronynelson9256]

What is a jailer?

[@jamesross1798]

@@beronynelson9256I hope you're just joking lol

[@Remi_marie]

Why do you hope he is joking? I am legit wondering too. As in what specific part do you play as far as throwing/keeping people in jail, it's vague.

[@jamesross1798]

@@Remi_marie A jailer oversees all daily functions of a jail and housing of inmates. That includes conducting headcounts, random searches for contraband, serving meals, escorting inmates to visitation, escorting inmates outside for 1hr recreation, respond to fights, and ect. So basically a jailer does the same for a county jail, that a correctional officer does for a prison.

[@hiddens2346]

@@jamesross1798 Even I didn't know that the term for the governor in jail was "Jailer". Thanks for the info!

[@iammarwa]

Wow LIFE KIDS ... stay on your LINE ☑

[@sufferingsun5704]

Still in Philippines?

[@kamilaop5036]

Sadly there is no happy ending to this story. He's back to jail.

[@kozmoz3308]

Forget the hug. He’d better put himself together and don’t let no one down.

[@angeljohnson6665]

Coz Moz i agree

[@Cassxowary]

You mean not let anyone down, “don’t let no one down” is a double negative meaning “let everyone down”

[@Cassxowary]

Angel Johnson “don’t let no one down” is a double negative meaning “let everyone down”

[@rand0mdude779]

Herta Schneider It’s almost kind of sad how you pompously correct the grammar of other people in order to disguise your general inability to add something of substance to the conversation.

[@devindalton4688]

@@Cassxowary Ain't nobody care about no double negative.

[@websuspect]

What a kind hearted judge. We need more judges like this.

[@Yuukiosaki]

why did she hugged him like a T-Rex tho 😂😂

[@ThePillbo]

+Chely Cruz omg thats so true.

[@timmytomatofanyas6763]

lol

[@TheKeivan324102334]

+Chely Cruz LMAO on Point assessment of that hug

[@missjski]

I hate u lmao 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Mrlittlelegz]

Hahaha.... Totally awkward Tyrannosaurus rex hug!!

[@touya]

Andddd now he’s back in… sad. I hope he changes his ways someday in the future.

[@adrnacad3434]

He’ll never change.

[@Ilikelasagna]

He seems like a genuinely nice guy. Probably got in a bad situation and made a mistake. But he was obviously remorseful and seemed genuine!!

[@SparklesNJazz]

a real, professional, kind hearted judge. the one who wants the best for people, who wants them to live happily and be lawful. i wish all who worked in the criminal justice system were like this.

[@hinatababe97]

Loved her!!

[@SuperBhavanishankar]

Forget the awkward hug but recognize how far she traveled to see him smile greet him welcome him and share the happiness. Love from India.

[@dmjmercer]

I totally agree! Love from Canada

[@sirnandledavis2716]

But why traveled so far for a hug like that... she should have stayed where she was at with that fake hug sorry

[@adriantate7582]

Whatever, Bukakke Gupta.

[@the_username_is_taken]

@@sirnandledavis2716 shut up

[@marukoamv2424]

It’s been 5 years, I hope he has a great job right now and doing well

[@nachtaron]

He has not been to jail since, it seems he was able to turn his life around

[@P4ratrooper]

@@nachtaron good to hear

[@Philmaster07]

he even is a manager now of a pharma company

[@PolKkhol]

@@Philmaster07 Which company ?

[@getnetdemil]

@@PolKkhol he is a manager in a Florida-based pharmaceutical company.

[@mohbati9139]

She was a reason for him to stay clean. Imagine if she pretended she doesn't know him.

[@hinatababe97]

Dude! And that’s the real mf spill!!

[@SobrietyandSolace]

Yes some people would worry about being seen as unprofessional but this interaction was key to him turning everything around. I’m so glad she decided to speak to him on a human level

[@maureengreen5807]

I cried when I saw the first video of these two...I've had friends like this. You see talent in people and then something happens along the way in their journey through life. I hope he does do good for himself. XXXX Also goes to show that the judge has a heart.

[@AprilCampbell]

I love this. I am literally in tears. Good people fall into bad things some how. A little bit of love and tenderness goes a long way.

[@entrepreneurplus]

Well said....

[@nikokapanen82]

That does happen. The thief on the right side of Jesus was that guy.

[@bloodybotter]

"I promise not to let you down" Aged like milk

[@allyanamanabat7323]

I have a soft spot for the judge like she's so kind and respectful. The one being sent to prison makes me cry, this happen for like 4 years ago I hope he's living his best life.

[@noonewashere9100]

I cried alongwith him. Imagine his regret,his thoughts,his embarrassment running through his mind during that time. I really hope he is a changed person. He looks like a good guy.

[@laking1979]

Heartfelt, this honestly brung tears to my eyes😥. He looks sincere, I wish homie the best.

[@ようぢF]

And he did it again

[@70sgirl1961]

I watched their interaction on Court Cam TV, and it just made me cry. Her sweet smile, and his "Oh my goodness" when he recognized her. He looked so embarrassed, and ashamed. That Judge Mindy was there when her old friend Arthur was released was the kindest thing. I hope he gets better. God bless them both.

[@dalesmith5064]

For all you talking about the hug she gave him, she recognized him from middle school. You heard what she said" He was the nicest kid (in middle school). She don't see him as a criminal She sees him as a childhood friend who made a mistake. Luckily the judge was cool as hell to give him his life back. Bless her🤗🤗🤗

[@shavela]

Wonder how he’s doing now! Does anyone know? He seems like a pure spirit who deserve a second chance and a happy life with his family ❤️

[@MoiYeager]

He became president of Brazil.

[@SCuttherapper]

@@MoiYeager I love the internet for comments like this :D

[@iplaygames896]

Moi Salehi nah he is not evil like the president of Brazil or as ugly.

[@luminumlx2604]

he got in jail again

[@MoiYeager]

@@iplaygames896 joke ran away from u

[@RealUnknownGamer827]

Bro should've been grateful a 2nd time is wild

[@GreenAdam313]

Friend zone hug

[@Mister_NO.]

+Alpha lol that..

[@hiro4knxt]

Lol that word friend zone but he has a wife so is a friend zone

[@wearer6519]

No .the judge did care for that man but in front of the camera for the sake of the public who watch this she had to show that distance.

[@hardway523]

Alpha wouldn’t you, you know that nigga steal

[@MiguelAlvarezAdams]

Hahahahha

[@Tricker-the-licker]

Bless her and bless him, I hope he is doing well.

[@gayatrimandhane3087]

I'm glad I found this video after seeing the last one which was sad

[@zachariahonga]

Me too😀😀😁😁

[@htotube]

Me too ☺️

[@timothybugden3232]

Absolutely fantastic. It brought a tear to my eye 👍👍👍 🇬🇧

[@fallingstar8837]

Yess

[@SunnyFLBoy]

it's like watching Titanic with Jack dieing and later watching Titanic 2.0 with Jack surviving and getting back to Rose.

[@umbrellaman08]

We need more judges like her in this world who shows remorse and gives people a second chance.

[@yespls4184]

Sometimes we change in so many ways when we grow up that we barely recognize ourselves anymore. When we see someone from the past who recognizes a part of our character that we thought we forgot, it can be overwhelming as someone is finally seeing us in a way that we haven't been seen in years. It can give you hope that underneath, those parts of ourselves and our past identity is still there. And that hopefully we can find our way back.

[@iamtrebrooks]

Well said

[@rpmfreak9150]

Forget about the hug! I wasn't expecting to see her at his release that just goes to show you that there's still good people in this world" and never give up hope for someone.

[@adriantate7582]

Whatever, RapeVictimFreak.

[@dwayneoneil689]

He have the look of Ceo. Like former Cricket West indies Char man Dave Cameron

[@gobimurugesan2411]

Hope he gets a job. Live peacefully after that.

[@eddyvideostar]

To Gobi: I agree.

[@stephencurry_goldenstatewa6430]

You again,Gobi Murugesan

[@gobimurugesan2411]

@@stephencurry_goldenstatewa6430 what?

[@arib8782]

This actually makes my eyes tear up every single time I’ve ever seen this clip. Not to get even sappier still, but you can see what a sweetness there is inside this man as it is, and especially that it just comes right to the surface because of a simple reminder of the earlier times of childhood, a time when less things had gone awry, a time when despite any childhood challenges, there was maybe still more of a feeling of hope for the future - at least more hope than is felt as time goes on and bad things happen, and misfortune leads to trouble, and conditions deteriorate more and more. A simple interaction like this seems to maybe bring him right back to that younger mindset and contrasts it with the things of the present in a way that produces a paradigm shift. Honestly I love how the judge handled it here but also, watching this person smile and go “Oh my god,” suddenly looking like he’s 12 years old again, I’m just like, “Man, I love this guy!” It seems like this whole situation really fostered some good stuff all around.

[@kimmykero2421]

Same here!

[@dandaddavi]

I only came here for the hug comments lol

[@raizencore]

+dandaddavi Same, wasn't dissapointed at all! 😂😂😂😂

[@slimanemerkouche9029]

+dandaddavi Hahahaha me too hahaha

[@krshah2008]

yup.

[@krtv9155]

dandaddavi same

[@lakhan911]

dandaddavi ME TOO 😂😂😂

[@contactpq]

Folks commenting like they expected her to French kiss the brother .. first she owes him nothing, a handshake would have sufficed .. secondly the comments show that most don't understand the etiquette between subordinate and authority relationships .. folks need to understand that there is a proper place and time to act like friends and a proper place and time to treat a friend in an Authority position with the respect that is due the position.

[@argadargad9128]

well said, would have not respected the judge if she hugged him like family.

[@robinbrl]

Right Contact. No pun intended.

[@L4INDIA]

That French Kiss Thing made me burst outta laughter oh lord m still laughing 😂😂😂

[@mdavid32]

Well said. I could not have said it better. She had to show she cared, while still while still letting him know where they stand.

[@rwentfordable]

@@L4INDIA it had me in stitches. Lmao

[@Wrathofkala]

Amazing story. I really hope this guy turns his life around.

[@a_bb_a6356]

He’s back in court