Judge Faith Season 1 Episode 9 Caught on Video
- TV-PG
- September 25, 2014
- 20 min
Judge Faith is a reality courtroom show that follows the career of former New York City judge, Faith Jenkins. The show revolves around real-life small claims court cases where both parties present their arguments and evidence in front of Judge Faith to come up with a verdict.
Season 1 episode 9 of Judge Faith is titled "Caught on Video". In this episode, two roommates, Jacob and John, have a disagreement about the security deposit that was paid when they rented their apartment together. Jacob claims that John caused damage to the apartment that was beyond normal wear and tear, and therefore he should not receive the full security deposit return.
John, on the other hand, denies any responsibility for the damage, and claims that the apartment was in the same condition when they moved out as it was when they moved in. However, Jacob has a secret weapon -- he has video footage that he says proves his claim. The video is from a small camera he installed in the apartment, and shows John causing the damage that he denies.
Judge Faith starts the case by asking both parties to present their argument and evidence. Jacob describes the damage he found in the apartment after he moved out. He claims that John caused the damage by throwing a party which got out of hand. John, on the other hand, argues that the damage was already there when they moved in, and that he had not caused any extra damage.
Judge Faith listens to both parties, and analyzes the video footage that Jacob provides. She points out that the video footage shows John committing the damage, which he had previously denied doing. She also examines the details of the lease agreement and the security deposit paid by both parties.
Based on her examination, Judge Faith ultimately reaches a verdict. To resolve the situation, she orders John to pay Jacob a portion of the security deposit, and explains that security deposits are meant to cover any potential damages to a property, and damages beyond normal wear and tear. The verdict is fair to both parties, and in line with legal requirements.
Throughout the episode, Judge Faith keeps a calm and composed demeanor. She listens to both parties, and gives them equal opportunities to present their case. She also helps both parties understand their legal rights and obligations. Her verdict is not only legally sound, but also helps maintain a cordial relationship between the two parties.
Overall, the "Caught on Video" episode of Judge Faith is a great example of how real-life small claims court cases can be handled fairly by a well-trained and competent judge. The production values of the show are excellent, and the narration by Judge Faith is clear and concise. This episode, like others in the series, provides a behind-the-scenes look at the legal system and how judges make their decisions.