Ep 20. Here Come Da Judge

Here Come Da Judge is the 20th episode of the 3rd season of the American sitcom My Wife and Kids. The show centers around Michael Kyle, a caring and loving father who does his best to keep his family together while dealing with everyday family issues.

In this episode, Michael and Jay are summoned to appear in court after Michael forgot to pay a traffic ticket. They are both anxious and nervous as they prepare to face the judge. Meanwhile, Junior gets excited when he gets a job as a courtroom sketch artist, hoping to impress a young woman he has a crush on.

As the family arrives at the courthouse, Junior is impressed by the environment and is determined to use the opportunity to impress his crush. However, his excitement is short-lived as he gets yelled at by the judge for being disrespectful. Unsettled by the experience, Junior finds himself second-guessing his choices and is unsure about what to do next.

Back in the courtroom, Michael and Jay are called up to the stand. Michael tries his best to explain why he forgot to pay the ticket, but his words are quickly dismissed by the judge. Jay tries to intervene, but her efforts prove futile as well. As the judge is about to announce their sentence, Michael comes up with a brilliant idea to turn the tables in their favor.

In a surprising twist of events, Michael takes on the role of the judge and begins to question the people and circumstances around the courtroom. His humorous and entertaining tactics manage to lighten the mood in the room, ultimately leading to a much more lenient punishment for him and Jay.

With the court case now behind them, the family decides to celebrate by going out to eat. Junior, still anxious about his experience in the courtroom, shares his struggles with his parents. Michael and Jay do their best to encourage and support their son, reminding him that he has their love and support no matter what.

Overall, Here Come Da Judge is a heartwarming and entertaining episode that combines humor with important life lessons. Through Michael's quick thinking and mentorship from his parents, Junior is able to learn a valuable lesson about perseverance and how to cope with disappointment.