Judge Faith Season 1 Episode 117 You Cheated Me Out of My Money; Laptop Catfight
- TV-PG
- May 14, 2015
- 19 min
In season 1, episode 117 of Judge Faith, the case of “You Cheated Me Out of My Money; Laptop Catfight” takes center stage. The episode follows a dispute between two young women over a laptop that was purchased for one of them using the other’s money.
The first plaintiff, Amber, claims that she loaned $400 to the defendant, her friend, in order to buy a new laptop. However, after the laptop arrived, the defendant refused to give it to Amber, claiming that she never authorized Amber to purchase the laptop on her behalf.
As the case unfolds, it becomes clear that the two women have very different versions of events. The defendant, named Marissa, claims that she never received $400 from Amber and that Amber had no right to purchase the laptop on her behalf. Instead, Marissa states that Amber asked her to purchase the laptop and that she would repay her the $400 at a later time.
Throughout the episode, Judge Faith hears both sides of the story and questions each woman’s credibility. She also examines key pieces of evidence, such as text messages and bank statements to determine the truth.
As the episode progresses, tensions between the two women escalate. Amber becomes increasingly emotional, crying and shouting at Marissa, while Marissa maintains a cool and collected demeanor under pressure. The tension culminates in a physical altercation over the laptop, which Judge Faith must intervene to stop.
Ultimately, Judge Faith must decide who is telling the truth and who is at fault. She considers the evidence presented by both parties, as well as their demeanor and behavior in court. In the end, Judge Faith issues her ruling, which leaves one of the women disappointed and angry.
Overall, the episode showcases the intense emotions and drama that can come with disputes over money and personal property. It also provides insight into Judge Faith’s process for determining truth and delivering rulings in contested cases.