Judge Judy Season 20 Episode 14 Why Own a Pit Bull?; Mother's Day Car Bashing!
- October 1, 2015
In the 14th episode of the 20th season of Judge Judy, the first case heard is a dispute over a pit bull. The plaintiff claims that their landlord fired a gun at their pit bull when it got loose, and now they are suing for veterinary expenses and emotional distress. However, the defendant counters that the plaintiff's pit bull had previously attacked their own dog and was acting aggressively towards them during the altercation. Judge Judy is quick to point out that pit bulls are not the problem, but rather irresponsible owners who do not properly train or control their dogs. She ultimately rules in favor of the defendant, citing that they were acting in self defense.
The second case involves a mother and daughter who are at odds over a Mother's Day gift. The daughter claims that she bought her mother a car and spent thousands of dollars fixing it up, only to have her mother intentionally bash the car with a hammer in a fit of rage. The mother defends herself by saying that the car was a lemon and she had grown frustrated with dealing with its constant issues. Judge Judy is skeptical of the mother's claims and calls her out for destroying property that did not belong to her. She ultimately rules in favor of the daughter and awards her damages for the cost of the car and repairs.
Overall, this episode touches on issues of pet ownership and responsible behavior, as well as family disputes and property damage. Judge Judy's no-nonsense approach to both cases highlights the importance of respecting others and their property, as well as the consequences of reckless behavior.