Unique Cases - Judge Goes Rogue

[@motherof1294]

I appreciate this judge giving them the lecture and constantly repeating...so they can never say they did not know. I also appreciate the grandparents stepping in for the children AND being compliant with CPS...refusing to return the children without direct communication with CPS...oh and I forgot the appreciation for the parents...polite, respectful AND wanting their children home. Good luck to them

[@pleasestopurcrap]

Weed really tho? That's so beyond lame at this point

[@Rebellious_Flower]

Re: The 1st case I am so proud of this judge for trusting her years of expertise and doing what she thinks is right for these kiddos. It is also a good and much-needed reminder to cps they are NOT the end-all be-all. And that is important to keep things balanced and fair!

[@Olive47223]

Re 1st case: Does anyone know why CPS showed up at their home in the first place? There are so many very evident cases, sometimes it's seems really invasive. What is the reason? After watching these videos, I've told everyone in my family, everyone I know, to hire an attorney immediately before talking or opening a door to anyone from CPS. These people are making decisions and then frequently come to court without all info, can barely communicate intelligently, and are very bias and jaded.

[@autumnrene807]

Absolutely agree

[@jacksyoutubechannel4045]

I couldn't tell, and usually you get an idea. I have to say, I wouldn't be _totally_ surprised if the fact that they live on family acreage that's fenced and gated, and DFPS wasn't getting the physical access they wanted, is what made DFPS so aggressive on this case. They react poorly to people who hire attorneys before talking to them, too (although you should), as if they have absolutely no idea why a safe parent would _ever_ be afraid of them. DFPS really has run off the rails on what they're allowed to do, and the standard to which they hold many parents. It's a mission creep/'when all you have is a hammer'-type situation, similar to "child abuse specialists" in hospitals seeing child abuse everywhere.

[@katnoto8993]

From what I gather they live out in some sort of commune. From judges remarks it sounds like they gave the Dept the run around when they tried to check on the kids due to some anti government beliefs and only dropped the shenanigans when they were placed with grandparents. They seem to be harmless kooks rather than diehard cultists so the judge is giving them the benefit of the doubt

[@traceymcdonald7949]

NEVER trust CPS and ALWAYS get an attorney but especially if you are innocent. These people lie and trample rights and violate laws all over the place but then tell parents to move to another country if they don't like their rights being trampled on.

[@ItIsJustDucky]

Never speak to c.p.s without an attorney.

[@crimsonheather]

I’m rooting for the 2nd dad - Mr. Gordon. I hope we get updates and I hope dad does services, establishes a relationship, and gets custody. I hope he finds this video and can take encouragement from the positive comments.

[@shebaspurling605]

I wonder how many payments that mom has misused since she lost this child in November. Asking her to send the payments to placement is a joke. She has been receiving them since November. Nobody mentioned that she should have to pay them back.

[@jamjam8793]

I'm cautiously excited for the first set of parents. They seem to really love their kiddos

[@magi267]

Dad, you can never get the same relationship with your 10 year old son that you had with him as a 2 year old, esp since you haven't seen him and he doesn't want to see you. You need to start reaching out slowly.

[@lesliemorgan5302]

It's OK. I'm newly subbed to make up for the one unsub. Fantastic channel! Thank you for all of your time and effort that goes into these videos.

[@OnTropolis]

I appreciate that!

[@jacksyoutubechannel4045]

A quick note that I hope doesn't trip this family up: it is _significantly_ more common than not for marijuana levels to fluctuate (including going *up)* upon cessation. So at least one of them is likely to have increased marijuana levels at least once, even after stopping. It just metabolizes differently than other drugs. Some courts seem to know this, but some courts seem not to.

[@traceymcdonald7949]

They don't care about facts

[@lerynbaker]

For some weird reason it bugs me when people say kiddos 😅

[@jessicahardin8571]

Omg me too! I don't even know why but maybe it just seems unprofessional or something.

[@momsterzz]

Especially a judge in a CPS case

[@-HeyLyd-]

​@@jessicahardin8571 I think it's because it just hits a false note; and you're not the only one. CPS participants in many courts do this, and I don't know if they're trying to seem relatable or caring or what, but it feels contrived and a little presumptuous for these strangers to use such familiar terms for kids that aren't their own. I mean, are they going to start calling parents "mommies and daddies?" :)

[@SydneyBooksMusic]

Ugh me too and now the comment section is filled with people also saying it. Ick

[@elliesmith8139]

Same!!!😂😂😂

[@stephenbowles7153]

How many times does this judge think she has to keep repeating the same thing over and over and over

[@Cannabidragon]

She wants to make sure they know and that they can't say they didn't understand or didn't know if something does happen.

[@shelldotshell]

Love your videos and (silent) commentary. Keep 'em coming!

[@chandraenger3740]

I hope the parents are successful in their efforts to be good parents and do what they need to for their babies! I never had an experience with CPS until my granddaughter was born. My daughter was on medical marijuana when she got pregnant and quit but still disclosed it to her doctor. After my granddaughter was born CPS showed up at the hospital and my granddaughter could not go home until they did a home check and did an interview with me. It was the most frightening situation I have been in. Of course everything worked out, but I would never want to be in that situation again!

[@blessedx3338]

So she or the baby didn’t test positive at birth? I work for CPS and that would be very strange.

[@chandraenger3740]

@@blessedx3338 no they both tested negative at the baby's birth. I've seen it so many times here in Arizona with mothers who smoked marijuana in the early stages of pregnancy even if they stop and both test negative at the birth of the child.

[@stephenbowles7153]

Just look at how many people are involved with these people's personal business in the name of "child safety". Looks to me like all these folks should probably campout at the parents' address and make sure they continue to mind the business of others and not their own. TOO MUCH GOVERNMENT CONTROL

[@patriciaevans5906]

And way too many so called parents doing meth…coke…other drugs…drinking….DV men and women…..basically ignoring their children. Yes I do believe that at times there’s too many involved in getting something done but would also help a great deal if parents would make the choice to give their kids a better life and work very hard at it. When you have parents who continue to test positive for these drugs and alcohol their kids pay a price for the behavior of the parents. When you’ve treated a child that has either been burned by a parent or thrown on the floor in a rage and even molested a child and all the parent can say is “I was on drugs at the time so that’s why I did it” is not a reason…it’s an excuse. You’re the ones who decided to bring this child into your miserable lives….make it work for both of you….it could possibly bring the parent to a better life.

[@lisahere859]

And if kids die due to neglect?

[@traceymcdonald7949]

Thank you! It is gross how they trample rights and violate laws and then tell parents to move to another country when they don't appreciate that

[@brookejuedes4832]

Right!

[@ItIsJustDucky]

Child abuse is a crime and should be investigated.

[@ashleymarie6715]

The dad got so excited when he thought weed didn't matter. That's sad.

[@traceymcdonald7949]

It shouldn't matter at all

[@LauraG-ce4uw]

Dad in the second needs a new job or a serious raise. $16 after 12 years?!

[@kerryadams9100]

I am glad the first couple are getting their children back. I think they will stay straight and be a good mom and dad. On the 2nd one, it's too bad that dad wasn't in a position to take the child from the begging of the case. He may be in a better position at this time but the son doesn't know him any more. IMO the child is better off with his aunt in New York because they are bonded and that's where he wants to be. Thanks for the video.

[@SydneyBooksMusic]

I hope Mr Gordon and his little guy can build their relationship.

[@selmamartin8737]

Sadly, sometimes custodial parents do deliberately destroy the parent child relationship of the non custodial parent. That being said, there is no solid relationship at this time. The child needs to be with his aunt while they build a relationship.

[@tracyt.2534]

At least she didn’t do court date on 4/20. Lol.

[@angelamiller3911]

My heart is in it for the father in case 2

[@aquaintpearl]

I hope for the sake of the boy, he gets a chance to have some kind of positive relationship with his father. I couldn't tell if the Aunt and Dad get along or can be cordial for the boy's sake. It's obvious that the Aunt is his maternal connection and has during the years. I know personally how strong little boys connection with that maternal figure.

[@LeapFrogLeap]

Thanks for the early morning content! ❤

[@OnTropolis]

Morning!

[@tracyt.2534]

Why did the mom send him to NY? Did I miss that?

[@meghandalaba7720]

I'm confused about the scenario going on with the first set of parents...do we know what the back story is?

[@OnTropolis]

They live in a compound of some sort. A child was injured and negligence was determined. The other people who live there as well as parents were not allowing access to the children or the home, and a removal was set. The judge went another direction

[@traceymcdonald7949]

The department was determined to get on to private property and mind the business of people not bowing down to them

[@jeanarino732]

I think some of these dads have good intentions but why didn't they go to the courts and fight for some visitation or custody before so much time goes by and they are a stranger to the child? They can't just blame the other parent.

[@juliefisk8066]

I'm 54 years old and that's all my "father" ever did. Meanwhile, he never paid child support, never wrote a letter, picked up the phone, or asked for his children. Now, that it's been well over a decade since his wife died (long story), he then blamed her. It's always someone else's fault... I have no sympathy for these fathers making excuses for not seeing their kids. It's what the courts are there for!

[@angelamiller3911]

A lot of them don't know they can. A lot of them go by what's said to them by the mother.

[@JordanEmede_376]

Right away judge says "pot levels..." 😂

[@amypepper2892]

Didn't dad say in the beginning that he needed to find a better paying job? Then say he didn't have the phone number he needed to contact CPS? Then said he has had the job for 12 years! The kid is 10! And he has the direct number of the main CPS lady. What else is he lying about? 🤥 I'm sure he wants to have contact with his son but don't lie and don't expect a 10-year-old to want anything to do with you!

[@angelamiller3911]

He needed to find a cheaper place to live because he didn't want to have to get the boy then make him move

[@cgokey5491]

i feel sorry for any kid being sent to watertown, and i live near there

[@kayja2949]

CPS is often perceived as acting hastily in removing children from their homes. While the mother's case may be understandable, the father, as in Jonathan's case, seems to have been disregarded. I agree with the father's viewpoint. It appears unfair for him to suffer repercussions when the problem originated with the mother. The father seems genuine, and if given the opportunity to reconnect with his son, he could serve as a positive parental figure. It is unfortunate for the father, who is not at fault. This situation prompts questions about the rationale behind discussions of terminating parental rights when he has reliably provided child support.

[@tracyt.2534]

Go dad. All you can do is try. Comply with everything she is telling you. It won’t be the same, just start fresh and slow.

[@JordanEmede_376]

Idk when this case happened but i hope the child is with pops now happy and healthy with a strong male role model.

[@traceymcdonald7949]

Yea no. You don't get to tell people to move to another country when they have absolute rights in this country that should HAVE to be honored. 🤦

[@marlayneboblett1267]

It is sad for the dad, but if the sin does not want to live with him needs to be considered. Wouldn't the place he lives have to be checked out, verify income enough to support them both be done also?

[@aquaintpearl]

I was happy to see the court recognize that a child can be in a safe enviroment, even if it's not cookie cutter USA.

[@JordanEmede_376]

I'd argue some of the safest are not cookie cutter, they're with critical thinking parents who don't blindly follow along with social engineering!

[@Jfurg]

So this was 2 different families right? The first one she gave the kids back but the second one that came on was not the same parents right?

[@karenslayer3189]

Bro. This dude is talking about what is going to be easiest and most ideal for him, regarding fostering a relationship with his son. Did he hear that his son literally just said that the only place he wanted to be was in NY. Why not foster a better relationship with your son by sticking up for him in the way of pleading the court to listen to the son. And then start making your virtual visits. Consistently. And see where it goes. I understand that he feels his sons’ mother is the reason he doesn’t have a good relationship with his son/isn’t involved with his son. And sure, he probably is right about that. I just hate when these adults make it all about them and completely ignoring the kids best interest or what the kid is requesting. I understand his dismay and I get how that would make him feel slighted. But he needs to take his time. Let his son go the place that he is saying where he wants to be. And then work on standing up for him by being consistent. If the kid becomes comfortable with you based on your consistency, maybe reuniting with you will be more plausible in the future. I could be totally off on all this.

[@JordanEmede_376]

I agree pops needs to develope that relationship alot more before expecting placement. At the same time, we're talking about a 10 year old here. So I would imagine he would like to go live in LA and be an influencer and maybe he decides to get on hormones and transition " do needless to say I'm not all that on board with just letting a 10 year old make serious decisions 100% he should absolutely be asked and his feelings be considered but I'm not just backing a 10 year old on life altering decisions and I believe a logical parent wouldn't either.

[@Jfurg]

Do you have more to this case before this one?

[@lawyergirlinct16]

What an obnoxious, condescending judge! She's enjoying her power over these people a litttle too much. And where does she get off telling the parents in the first case not to screw up because they will "ruin it for other parents?" She's supposed to be unbiased and judge each case on its individual merits. What happens with these parents should have NO bearing on someone else's case!

[@Texas500]

This judge i.dont like. "If you dont like it, move to Russia!"? No, we should just change the laws so the judge doesn't have so much say so over the people if they are like this judge. If anyone else said this, we would lose our mind. She's no different. She just needs to follow the guidelines and stop overstepping. The guidelines work. They are there for a reason

[@traceymcdonald7949]

Exactly! They were upset that the family didn't allow them access

[@rickarra1833]

Wow, they must have really messed up

[@peggybaby0894]

Is this a recent case? From what I looked up weed is legal for recreational use in Arizona as of 2020.

[@JenessaAndKingston]

It may be legally state wise but it’s still federally illegal. Strange i know. Either way alcohol is legal and judges can order no consumption so they can do the same for marijuana.

[@ashleymarie6715]

I thought they were in Texas I think Texas is still very illegal

[@motherof1294]

Marijuana can not be brought onto military bases, thru customs or cruises. People really need to understand what legal means and how usuage can impact your livelihood

[@OnTropolis]

Peggy, it's a very recent case, yes. In Texas it's very much not legal

[@traceymcdonald7949]

Yea the government is holding on to this nonsense for dear life and it is gross

[@juliewood4340]

Why can’t they just say child or children? Kids are baby goats.

[@rhanBo]

I’m from Corpus ! I could possibly know the family 😂

[@SydneyBooksMusic]

Omg omg

[@aeonfluxcapacitor77]

What does the sick little boy have that's autoimmune?

[@carrie5128]

I really don’t like this judge. While it’s important to have local judges with ties to the community… there is a thing as having narrowminded people in places of power.

[@traceymcdonald7949]

Agreed

[@traceonthecase]

I think it's evidence that because she goes against CPS on occasion, she isn't being narrowminded.

[@EmperorOfMan]

I need details on the first case so badly.

[@DeviceAnathema]

If weed is legal in their state and they don't acknowledge it as JUDGES, that is a problem and should remove them from the bench.

[@OnTropolis]

What? Weed is very much not legal in Texas so how is it relevant to a Texas judge? If people can't stop smoking weed for a cps case then it's a problem.

[@Cannabidragon]

Why is she such a prude about cannabis? With all the medicinal properties and stuff I don't see how she thinks that it's some bad "drug". If it's not being smoked around the children, I really don't see it as a problem. It's gonna be legal within the next few years federally, it's not a "drug". It's a medicine for many things. It even helps people through withdrawal and helps them get off or actusl drugs. And it may be habit forming but it's not addictive like others. People really need to do their research and open their minds to see the truth about cannabis. Many doctors have. I've seen cannabis so amazing things that medicines couldn't!! Cancer, Parkinsons, MS, seizures, addiction etc. The list goes on...

[@angelaame6148]

I agree with you for the most part, however much like alcohol which is also legal it does impair you.. I think they want the parents to be totally sober while parenting their children.. Especially when just getting them back, I think once the children are asleep if parents want to step outside and have a smoke that is perfectly reasonable. Same as having a couple of beers etc.. But this particular Judge is very opinionated when it comes to Marijuana.

[@traceymcdonald7949]

They will hold on to whatever they can to hang it over you and keep your kids for the funding they get

[@kerrythurlow8037]

It's spelled "nanny nanny boo boo" Just in case a court reporter ever needs to spell it.

[@OnTropolis]

Lol 🤣

[@AuntCathyPooh]

...or Nana Nana BooBoo in my part of N.C. 😂😂

[@cathythoman]

as rupaul says "don't fuck it up". don't trade one addiction for another. granted that is something that is common but you can avoid it. Having been the non offending parent i completely understand the fathers questions. I was forced to do services that the offending parents were to do. in the case even thought they admitted i was the non offending parent and lived 75 miles away when the incident happened, they didn't care. I have never done drugs including marijuana yet i had to do weekly drug tests that always came up clean excluding my prescribed medication, i was forced to take a parenting class where i had to write a letter to my daughter saying im sorry for hurting her when i did nothing wrong and wasn't even there when the incident happened. i also had to do a dna test because there was a step female. it was all messed up. as for new york, the homeless/shelter system is very hard to navigate and there is at least 3 tiers you have to traverse before the talk about housing happens. not having her child with her she will never get past tier 1. now this is in nyc and this was in 2011. if their system has changed for the better that would be amazing.

[@ashleymarie6715]

They are so worried about the weed. Like just do what you gotta do to get your kids back. Jesus. It's sad

[@traceymcdonald7949]

It's sad the government is still throwing a fit over a plant

[@ashleymarie6715]

@@traceymcdonald7949 different strokes for different folks. Would you pick a plant over your child!

[@micfail2]

Conspiracy to commit kidnapping and conspiracy to commit assault with a deadly weapon is also against the law, and since this is part of a conspiracy to deprive someone of their civil rights and that conspiracy involves the use of a firearm, those dcyf employees are looking at a minimum of thirty years. Her pretending to be so in favor of law and order is a pathetic lie. If that were really the case, she would have dismissed this case and ordered the DCYF employees taken into custody while they await arraignment.

[@TheWeiner4]

why did no one object to dads constant unresponsive answers..?

[@chippsterstephens6800]

Social Security is paid for by the tax payer, as is the judges salary……move to Russia? No mam, we the people , are who allow you to do what you do, that is the way this works, it’s great she did not just go with what cps and the state told them, and we don’t have any facts of how this got to this point, I have a major issue with what she said about the move to Russia deal, judge you are constitutionally flawed making that point and you know it….epic fail. The government works for the people, society pays into social security, that is not a free , and thinking government gives out free stuff to the people is delusional….she knows that’s not how this works. And I work for the federal government!

[@JordanEmede_376]

19:08 sounds like 💉 to me but I'm completely unhinged and haven't spent years diving into real recorded data that definitely isn't suppressed heavily by anyone who may benefit from doing so 😂

[@kimberleystrack2957]

Amy Brown the CPS Sup is vaping in court wth

[@traceymcdonald7949]

Oh they don't count. They think they can do whatever they want

[@micfail2]

That judge seriously needs to be removed, not only does she lack a basic understanding of civics and the constitution, she just made herself a party to a felonious criminal conspiracy.

[@TedBackus]

i couldnt bear having my life dictated by some hillbilly judge, id leave the country with my family. i dont know what these people did , but i loved & properly cared for children. these courts seem like they are concerned for the kids well being, but theyre not. You cant have 75%+ inmates be family court involved kids, & have a well functioning system.

[@terriedotson7323]

What exactly makes the judge a hillbilly?

[@momsterzz]

@@terriedotson7323 probably referring to her accent

[@terriedotson7323]

@@momsterzz that’s too bad. She actually went against the recommendation of CPS which doesn’t happen much.

[@paigewilson7893]

REALLY, WOW!

[@traceymcdonald7949]

This family wouldn't give them access and it hurt it them so badly they were determined to take those kids and make the family pay for not bowing down to the state. It is gross gow much control these people have over children and they do it for the funding not the kid's well being

[@sandraleishman878]

pot is so bad around children. changes their brains.

[@magi267]

Why do people like pot? I'm a nerd too, like the Judge. Why do illegal drugs in the first place? And if it was in your teens/20's it is LONG past growing up time.

[@magi267]

Why do people like pot? I'm a nerd too, like the Judge. Why do illegal drugs in the first place? And if it was in your teens/20's it is LONG past growing up time.

[@sandraleishman878]

@@magi267 I don't care if they smoke it, just not around children.

[@traceymcdonald7949]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 No it does not! Stop falling for the lies and nonsense

[@sandraleishman878]

@@traceymcdonald7949 yes, it does! It's a drug. How old are you?

[@LadyBuc77]

Unfortunately I am going to unsubscribe to this channel that I really enjoyed. I've worked on this field and the comments made about this dad, by whoever puts out on the screen are out of out of line. This father seems to love his child and the mother prevented him from seeing his son.

[@OnTropolis]

Did you watch it all? I didn't bash this dad, I wasn't overly hard on him either. I simply made comments about the fact that the things he was saying were not going to matter, and that the focus for the court is the child. Most of his statements were about what is best for him, and that isn't going to help his case or his son. I hope he gets to build the relationship that the mother interfered with, because it's always better for a child to have a parent showing an interest and trying to be there. I'm sorry if my comments bothered you, but I react organically to what I hear, and I do it in the moment. Many times I reach the end with a different opinion than I started with.

[@mistylavae2433]

Probably best to watch the whole video and also you can quietly unsub. Most people don’t make an announcement when they unsub.

[@ishih-tzunotinn.c6420]

@@meesh6257 😂

[@michellegomez9114]

@@meesh6257 hey that’s mine line 🎉😂

[@mr.waldodebaldo3208]

@@OnTropolis some people just like to be a stick in n the mud Mad love to you You keep doing you that’s why your growing so good

[@bytchesagainstbullshyt3696]

I don't think the Judge would make the decision she did without a really strong reason and I am glad she was firm and clear with the parents, don't f it up Mom and Dad this is a rarity but I also think it sends a message to the government hating other members on the property, perhaps they think they won, but hopefully they will see it's not everyone who is corrupt, there are good and bad people in every branch of police, govt, court systems, CPS, and the good ones outweigh the bad, we just focus on the bad... And good on the Dad in the 2nd case for stepping up, better late than never